Because they had alot of salt and gold. Salt was very rare at the time and another reason why they grown wealthy is because of the taxes
because they were rich and have everything
The resource Gold made Ghana wealthy.
Gold
The Ghana's kings used the tax money they collected to support Ghana's growing army. Traders weren't the only people who had to pay the taxes.
The kings of Ghana were incredibly wealthy primarily due to their control over the lucrative trans-Saharan trade routes, which facilitated the exchange of gold, salt, and other valuable commodities. They imposed taxes on goods that passed through their territory, significantly contributing to their wealth. Additionally, the region's abundant gold resources allowed the kings to accumulate vast riches, reinforcing their power and influence in West Africa. This wealth also enabled them to maintain a strong military and support a rich court life, further enhancing their status.
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The kings
The Ghana's kings used the tax money they collected to support Ghana's growing army. Traders weren't the only people who had to pay the taxes.
Sahara
Sahara
It imposed taxes on merchants who used gold trade routes that passed through Ghana.
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