African empires were powerful and influential states that existed across the continent from ancient times to the colonial era. These empires were characterized by their rich cultural heritage, advanced political systems, and economic prosperity. They played a significant role in shaping Africa’s history and contributed to the development of various civilizations.
- List of African Empires:
- 1. Aksum Empire
- 2. Mali Empire
- 3. Songhai Empire
- 4. Ghana Empire
- 5. Kanem-Bornu Empire
- 6. Benin Empire
- 7. Ife Empire
- 8. Oyo Empire
- 9. Ashanti Empire
- 10. Dahomey Empire
- 11. Zimbabwe Empire
- 12. Kongo Empire
- 13. Luba Empire
- 14. Buganda Empire
- 15. Bunyoro-Kitara Empire
- 16. Great Zimbabwe Empire
- 17. Mapungubwe Empire
- 18. Monomotapa Empire
- 19. Maravi Empire
- 20. Mutapa Empire
- 21. Swahili city-states
- 22. Axumite Empire
- 23. Nubian Empire
- 24. Kushite Empire
- 25. Punt Empire
- 26. Carthaginian Empire
- 27. Numidian Empire
- 28. Garamantes Empire
- 29. Kanem Empire
- 30. Wadai Empire
- 31. Bornu Empire
- 32. Sokoto Caliphate
- 33. Zulu Empire
- 34. Xhosa Empire
- 35. Ndebele Empire
- 36. Lesotho Empire
- 37. Swazi Empire
- 38. Maravi Empire
- 39. Lunda Empire
- 40. Lunda-Ndembu Empire
