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Positive Impact of the Trans-Saharan trade.
a) The trade stimulated the emergence of urban centres along the trade routes. Towns like Taghaza and Timbuktu developed
b) Profits from the trade stimulated the growth of strong empires
c) Introduction of horses in the western Sudan belt led to strengthening of the state armies.
d) A class of wealthy traders emerged in western Sudan.