Around AD 750 the trade began
gold
The region that spread from North Africa to West Africa is the Sahara Desert. This vast arid expanse serves as a natural barrier between the two regions and has historically influenced trade, culture, and migration patterns. The Sahara is characterized by its harsh climate, diverse ecosystems, and significant historical trade routes, such as the trans-Saharan trade routes that facilitated the exchange of goods and ideas between cultures.
I'm not sure but i think it started in the west of africa:)
Trade routes
The Trans-Saharan trade routes facilitated the exchange of valuable goods such as gold, salt, ivory, and slaves between North Africa and West Africa.
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It started in Africa in the 15 and 1600's.
No, it was from the western countries.
West Africa across the Sahara
A.d. 1000
gold
They brought cloth and horses to trade with the Africans.