The Cissé dynasty of this kingdom was founded by Kaya Magha, and its royal court was centered at El-Ghaba.  Its history was documented by Abu Ubayd Al-Bakri, and after being weakened by the Takrur and Almoravids under Abdullah ibn Yasin, this state was conquered by the Sosso
The Cissé dynasty of this kingdom was founded by Kaya Magha, and its royal court was centered at El-Ghaba.  Its history was documented by Abu Ubayd Al-Bakri, and after being weakened by the Takrur and Almoravids under Abdullah ibn Yasin, this state was conquered by the Sosso under the leadership of Sumanguru. Made up of the Soninke peoples, it had its capital at Koumbi Saleh and after the defeat of the Sosso was occupied by the forces of Sundiata Keita. This empire was the first of the Sub-Saharan African trading states, growing rich from trading gold and salt. For 10 points, identify this empire that shares its name with a modern day country with capital at Accra.
The Cissé dynasty of this kingdom was founded by Kaya Magha, and its royal court was centered at El-Ghaba.  
Ghana Empire