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What made Africa a prosperous continent?
The main factor was the gold trade. The gold came from below Africa and passed through to reach above Africa. They were able to tax gold trading which made them wealthy. Gold was very valuable and was traded a lot in South Africa. Also they had very good location. Some were located bear key trade routes, which also helped in wealth. Yo welcome! LOL -anonymous
What were the most valuable trade items in west Africa?
salt or gold
Why was gold so important to the Africa kingdoms and empires?
Well gold is their main of trade in south africa. The acient africans , the Africanns used gold for their money sorse and unbeliveably for tolitery and home decore.
Why is salt so valuable in West Africa?
Salt was so valuable in West Africa, especially in Ghana, because people needed salt in their diets. It also added flavor to their bland foods. Probably the most important reason was because it preserved fod for a long time, because they obviously didn't have refrigerators! =D
What does the statement Salt and gold conquered much of West Africa. mean?
the trade of salt and gold led to the establishment of kingdoms
What did the people of southern Africa trade for salt?
gold
Do people still trade gold?
yes
What did people trade in west Africa instead of trade goods?
They traded gold for salt because there was little salt and it is neccesary for life.
What did salt traders trade for in Africa?
gold
How did trade in east Africa differ from west Africa trade?
It is different because East Africa wanted gold and West Africa wanted salt.
How did trade in west Africa differ from trade in east Africa?
It is different because East Africa wanted gold and West Africa wanted salt.
How did trade in east Africa differ trade in west Africa?
It is different because East Africa wanted gold and West Africa wanted salt.
What major trade item did North Africa have?
gold
What did west Africa trade thir abundnat gold for?
They traded their gold for salt
What made Africa a prosperous continent?
The main factor was the gold trade. The gold came from below Africa and passed through to reach above Africa. They were able to tax gold trading which made them wealthy. Gold was very valuable and was traded a lot in South Africa. Also they had very good location. Some were located bear key trade routes, which also helped in wealth. Yo welcome! LOL -anonymous
One of the major items of trade in ancient africa?
Salt or gold. They were equal in trade.
Who did the Songhai trade with and what did they trade?
Sahara and valuable salt and gold mines of central Africa
