In the year 1288 AH, the Sultan of Darfur, Muhammad al-Fadl, died. He was succeeded by his son, Abu al-Qasim, who was known as "Abu Qasim al-Zufaymi." He was a just ruler and a scholar, and he brought prosperity to his land. He also commissioned the construction of a new palace in El Fasher, which was completed in 1290 AH.