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Why did Portuguese exploration not venture far from Africa’s coasts?

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Portuguese sailors had begun to explore the West African coast in the first half of the fifteenth century.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Portuguese control of the Indian Ocean trade The Portuguese did not have an easy time on the east coast of Africa. They found the climate inhospitable and many died of tropical diseases. They were also constantly attacked by hostile inhabitants of the area and were unable to conquer the interior of Africa.

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