They really help in the process of Africa's state building, creating commercial networks between parts of the continent, and introducing literacy ( especially on northern part of Africa)
They also controlled the sea route between Asia and Africa and managed to maintain the relationship between Africa and the middle east
is this a ful problem because i can seem to find a answer to this.
The area of the Balkan countries is frequently plagued by ethnic conflict that generates tension among the nations. This tension has given away to several small conflicts and the trend continued. The location of the Balkans is strategically very important. I hope the answer helps you.
