Question

Explain three factors that lead to the old Ghana empire to become powerful

Answer 1

Answer:

The Ghana Empire grew rich from this increased trans-Saharan trade in gold and salt, allowing for larger urban centres to develop. The traffic furthermore encouraged territorial expansion to gain control over the different trade routes. When Ghana's ruling dynasty began remains uncertain.

Religion: African traditional religion, Islam

Historical era: 9th century-11th century

Capital: Koumbi Saleh

Common languages: fulfulde, Soninke, Malinke, Mande