People chose to settle in West Africa because of the lucrative trade routes and access to resources such as gold and salt, while people settled in East Africa due to favorable geographical conditions for agriculture, including fertile soil and ample water sources.
People chose to settle in West Africa for its rich natural resources, such as gold and salt, as well as its favorable trade routes, while people settled in East Africa for its fertile land, access to the Indian Ocean trade, and diverse cultures.
People chose to settle in West Africa due to its abundant natural resources, such as gold and salt, which facilitated trade and economic growth, while in East Africa, the attraction was the rich fertile lands and access to the Indian Ocean, fostering trade and cultural exchanges.
