Trading empires refer to powerful nations or states that establish extensive networks for the exchange of goods, often across vast distances and diverse cultures. These empires typically control significant trade routes, ports, and markets, enabling them to dominate commerce and accumulate wealth. Historically, trading empires like the British, Dutch, and Ottoman empires played crucial roles in the spread of goods, ideas, and cultural exchanges, significantly impacting global economies and societies.
By the empires and trading.
The West African trade empires made their money mainly by trading slaves, salt and gold.
trading
It was exloited
Egypt, Sudan & Zimbabwe
Supply and demand
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They were centres for transportation and trading.
Early empires gained wealth and power by trading slaves, gold, and ivory.
Early empires gained wealth and power by trading slaves, gold, and ivory.
GHANA AND MALI
Mali , Ghana , and Benin.