State five factors which influenced the Akamba to participate in the long distance trade.
Answer:
-Existence of rich—and enterprising local traders among the Akamba such as chief Kivoi.
-High demand for some commodities of trade.
- To spread Islam.
- Existence of trade routes.
-Strategic middle position of Akamba lands between the coast the hinterland.
-Unfavorable climatic conditions of Akamba land