The Rise Ofthe First Kanem-borno Empire

Some of the factors that contributed to the emergence of the Kanem-Borno Empire are as follows:

1. The empire had very powerful kings (mais), who wielded absolute control over their subjects.
2. The empire through their powerful mais established a very strong military which helped to enforce their decisions.
3. The introduction of Islam as religion into the empire also helped in the territorial expansion of the area.
4. The geographical position of the empire also contributed to her strength and growth.