Uli I of Mali

MedievalEmperorMali Empire1255 — 1270

Son of Sundiata, made pilgrimage to Mecca.

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Quick Facts

Born

1255

Died

1270

Country

Mali Empire

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)21

Political (20%)28

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)35

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score36.5

Uli I of Mali — Complete Timeline

1255 AD

Succeeded Sundiata Keita as Mansa of MaliPolitical Action◆ Major

Uli I (also known as Wali Keita) succeeded his father Sundiata Keita as the Mansa (emperor) of the Mali Empire. His reign continued the expansion and consolidation of the empire founded by Sundiata.

Mali EmpireSuccession

Impact: regional

1260 AD

Made pilgrimage to MeccaCultural◆ Major

Uli I undertook the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, becoming one of the first Mali emperors to do so. His pilgrimage demonstrated the empire's wealth and Islamic piety, strengthening ties with the Muslim world.

HajjIslamic Diplomacy

Impact: regionalconstructive

Established diplomatic relations with EgyptPolitical Action

During his pilgrimage, Uli I established diplomatic relations with the Mamluk Sultanate in Egypt. This facilitated trade and cultural exchange between Mali and North Africa.

DiplomacyMamluk Sultanate

Impact: regionalconstructive

1265 AD

Expanded Mali Empire's territoryWar◆ Major

Uli I led military campaigns that expanded the Mali Empire's borders, incorporating new territories in the Sahel and along the Niger River. His conquests increased the empire's control over trade routes and resources.

Territorial ExpansionMilitary Campaign

Impact: regional