Which culture developed in East Africa as a result of the region’s involvement in overseas trade?
1. Kushite
2. Swahili
3. Nubian
4. Zagwe
2. Swahili
The Swahili culture developed in East Africa as a result of the region’s involvement in overseas trade. The Swahili coast, along the Indian Ocean, became a hub for trade between the African interior, the Middle East, and Asia. This trading network led to the development of a unique culture that was a blend of African, Arab, Persian, and Indian influences.