Timbuktu had been founded by the Tuaregs. Gradually, however, it had been incorporated within the Mali Empire. In 1433 the Tuaregs regained control of the city. As a nomadic people, though, they ruled from the desert and required tribute. Intellectual life continued to flourish.
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Citation: Editors, Litencyc. "Tuaregs conquer Timbuktu and seize control of important trade routes". The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 01 March 2010 [https://www.litencyc.com/php/stopics.php?rec=true&UID=9675, accessed 06 May 2024.]
