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What led to growth of Asante kingdom?

Explain factors that led to growth of the Asante kingdom.

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John
1. Several city states emerged around Kumasi and supported one another

2. Able and strong leaders who were very courageous

3. The kingdom had standing army to protect the Asante annex its neighbor for expansion

4. The Asante inhabited an area that was fertile and with good climate

5. The region was the centre of trans-saharan trade with a variety of trade items

6. The Odwira festivals and the golden stool were significant symbol of unity that united the period of Asante kingdom

7. The centralized political system under the Asante-hene provided stability in the entire kingdom

8. The Asante people were brave and proud

9. They were determined to free themselves from the denkyira and establish a new strong state
johnmulu answered the question on January 20, 2017 at 06:27

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