An examination of the historical development, routes, and key drivers of trade across the Sahara Desert.
What students will learn
- By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
- Define Trans-Saharan Trade and explain its historical origins.
- Identify at least three key factors that stimulated trade across the Sahara Desert.
- Outline the major trade routes connecting North Africa, the Sahara, and the Nigerian region.
- Describe the critical role played by the introduction of the camel and the Berber nomads.
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