About this episode

The episode discusses the rise of Muhammad Al Kawab as a powerful leader in Kilwa Kisiwani during the 15th century amidst civil strife.

After decades of civil strife and conflict, a powerful leader finally emerges in Kilwa Kisiwani as the 14th century reached its climax. With the power of the sultanate waning, a powerful judge named Muhammad Al Kawab asserts himself as the true power behind the throne. The age of powerful monarchs is over, and Kilwa's era as an oligarchy begins.

Topics covered

• leadership
• civil strife
• sultanate
• oligarchy
• 14th century
• Kilwa Kisiwani

Keywords

• Muhammad Al Kawab
• Kilwa Kisiwani
• 15th Century
• civil strife
• sultanate
• oligarchy

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Kilwa Kisiwani

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