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Why was salt such an important trade commodity in the sub-Saharan Sahel region of Africa?

Why was salt such an important trade commodity in the sub-Saharan Sahel region of Africa?
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Why was salt such an important trade commodity in the sub-Saharan Sahel region of Africa?

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One of the main reasons why salt was such an important trade commodity in the sub-Saharan Sahel region of Africa is because of its global high demand due to the fact that it was helpful in meat and food preservation. 
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