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State and explain the factors that led to the development of trade along the East African Coast

State and explain the factors that led to the development of trade along the East African Coast.

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Dana
The items of trade were readily available
There was a high demand for trading items from the coast consumers from the outside world
There were enterprising merchants in both the foreign lands and the east African coast. They promoted trade links
Local trade which existed among the Africans along the east African coast boosted the development of the Indian Ocean trade
The east African coast was accessible by sea. The foreign traders used ships and dhows came to the coast
The existence of monsoon winds facilitated the movement of vessels
The east African coast experienced a period of relative peace and political stability. This provided a conducive environment for business transactions

Dana05 answered the question on April 25, 2019 at 11:10

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