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Mahdist State
The Mahdist State was founded in Sudan by Muhammad Ahmad, who declared himself the Mahdi and led a revolt against Egyptian rule; his forces took Khartoum in 1885. His successor, the Khalifa Abdallahi, ruled from Omdurman. An Anglo-Egyptian army defeated it at Omdurman in 1898 and ended it in 1899.
Key facts
| Dates | 1885 – 1899 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | East, Central & Southern Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Omdurman |
| Founder | Muhammad Ahmad (the Mahdi) |
| Religion(s) | Sunni Islam (Mahdist) |
Before & after
Preceded by
Egypt under the Muhammad Ali dynasty
Followed by
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.