How did the egyptians influence early civilizations in africa and abroad?

The Nile provided a communication and trade route across a huge and harsh land.

Explanation:

2686-2181 bce-- "egyptian civilization developed along the nile river in large part because the river’s annual flooding ensured reliable, rich soil for growing crops."

1069-664 bce-- "ancient egyptians developed wide-reaching trade networks along the nile, in the red sea, and in the near east."

small european communities with shared traditions consolidated into large new states (apex)