FTP, name this leader of the Malinke people and first emperor of Mali.
Studies of his historian Ibn Khaldun reveal that his capital was probably Niani, from which he controlled the old salt and gold trading routes leading east. The leader of the small state of Kangaba, he overcame his rival Sumanguru Kante of the Soso at the battle of Kirina and turned his attention to the gold-rich kingdom of Wangara, located in the Futa Djalon plateau. He ruled for 25 years, after which the title of mansa passed to his son Uli.  FTP, name this leader of the Malinke people and first emperor of Mali.
Studies of his historian Ibn Khaldun reveal that his capital was probably Niani, from which he controlled the old salt and gold trading routes leading east.
Sundiata Keita or Mari Diata