Mūsā I (also called Mansa Mūsā, mansa meaning emperor) ruled the Mali empire in western Africa during the 14th century. He was well known for his riches and is widely considered to be the wealthiest person in history. Much of Mūsā I’s wealth, and that of the empire, derived from trade. The empire controlled major gold- and copper-producing regions and salt mines. It also controlled the trans-Saharan trade routes.
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