Kilwa's control of Sofala was crucial for its economic power and trade dominance in the region. Sofala was a key port for the gold trade, linking East Africa to the Indian ocean trade networks. By controlling Sofala, Kilwa could regulate trade routes, increase its wealth through taxation, and enhance its political influence over neighboring regions. This control contributed to Kilwa’s rise as a prominent city-state in the medieval period.
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