I think that trade was safer when Ghana controlled it. The reason why is there were no robberies, no violence, and a guaranteed safe trip.
They controlled the trade in Ghana to retain their power
The answer is Ghana
The kingdom of Ghana
they controlled many trade routes, which made them have great wealth
The Kingdom of Mali controlled trade routes which had previously been controlled by the Kingdom of Ghana.
It controlled the gold and salt trade in that region.
It controlled the gold and salt trade in that region.
The king of Ghana, often referred to as the Ghanaian king or the "Wagadu," controlled the trade of gold and salt. Gold was highly sought after and served as a symbol of wealth, while salt was essential for preservation and nutrition. The strategic location of the Ghana Empire facilitated the exchange of these commodities, making it a key player in trans-Saharan trade networks. This control over trade contributed significantly to the empire's wealth and power.
It controlled the gold and salt trade in that region.
They controlled the trade of salt, gold, and ivory across the Sahara.
They controlled the trade of salt, gold, and ivory across the Sahara.