State and discuss any five factors for the growth of the Shona kingdom

      

State and discuss any five factors for the growth of the Shona kingdom

  

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Dana
Farming: the kingdom was located in an area that was well endowed for cattle keeping and crop growing
Trade: between the twelfth and thirteenth century, the kingdom was involved in trade as the long distance trade between the Western plateau and Coast were diverted to pass through the Great Zimbabwe capital
Strong army: the kingdom had a strong army which enabled her conquer her neighbors
Availability of mineral resources: the kingdom was rich in minerals such as gold and copper. This made it a major focus point for craft manufacturing. The minerals were worked into fine jewelry and a wide range of tools
Religion: religion bought unity to the kingdom where the king acted as a religious leader.


Dana05 answered the question on June 17, 2019 at 20:13


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