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Kingdom of Dagbon
Dagbon is the kingdom of the Dagomba people in what is now northern Ghana, with its capital at Yendi. It is the oldest traditional kingdom in Ghana, and Islam became influential at its court. It came under German and British colonial rule at the end of the 19th century.
Key facts
| Dates | c. 1400 – c. 1896 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | West Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Yendi |
| Religion(s) | Traditional African religion, Sunni Islam |
Note on dates: Founding dated to the 13th–15th century; it continues as a traditional kingdom.
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.