Question

How did the Bantu migrations influence the development of the societies of sub-Saharan Africa?

Answer 1

1. They created canoes that enabled them to travel up and down the Niger and Congo rivers. This proved effective for trade.
2. They started an agricultural surplus which helped them to develop into large agricultural communities and eventually into cities.
3. They learned to produce iron tools and weapons which enabled Bantu people to expand their zone of agriculture and defend themselves against foreign invaders.