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Many languages in North Africa are influenced by Islam, most notably would be Swahili.

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No. Islam is not a language; it's a religion. The predominant language in North Africa is Arabic (admittedly in various dialects). There are also a number of Amazigh (Berber) languages used in North Africa. Islam is the predominant religion in North Africa.


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What religion greatly affected the development of the east coast of Africa?

Islam greatly affected the development of the east coast of Africa. Arab traders brought Islam to the region in the early centuries CE, leading to the establishment of vibrant trading cities such as Mogadishu, Mombasa, and Zanzibar, which became thriving centers of commerce and culture due to their strategic location along trade routes. Islam also influenced the architecture, language, and social organization of these coastal societies.


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What is the language of religion and trade in Africa?

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What religion greatly affected the east coast of Africa?

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What regions of Africa were influenced by Islam?

Egypt,Arabia,Iran,Iraq. May Allah stay with those country's and bless them and you .