Which factors led to the downfall of Ghana? Select two
1. Internal strife and political instability: The kingdom of Ghana experienced internal conflicts and political instability, which weakened its central authority and led to power struggles among different factions. This internal strife made the kingdom vulnerable to external attacks and invasions.
2. Decline in trade routes: The decline in trans-Saharan trade routes, due to the rise of new trade routes and centers in North Africa and the Mediterranean, also contributed to the downfall of Ghana. As trade routes shifted away from the kingdom, its economy suffered, leading to a decline in wealth and power.