Cape Verde

Country Cape Verde
Capital Praia
Continent Africa
Currency Cape Verdean escudo(CVE)
Languages Portuguese & Cape Verdean Creole

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The uninhabited islands were discovered and colonized by the Portuguese in the 15th century; Cape Verde subsequently became a trading center for African slaves and later an important coaling and resupply stop for whaling and transatlantic shipping. Following independence in 1975, and a tentative interest in unification with Guinea-Bissau, a one-party system was established and maintained until multi-party elections were held in 1990. Cape Verde continues to exhibit one of Africa's most stable democratic governments. Repeated droughts during the second half of the 20th century caused significant hardship and prompted heavy emigration. As a result, Cape Verde's expatriate population is greater than its domestic one. Most Cape Verdeans have both African and Portuguese antecedents.

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Cape Verde - Wikipedia
Cape Verde - CIA World Fact Book
Cape Verde - BBC
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About Cachupa, Memory, And A Quiet Culinary Revolution In Cape Verde - Travel and Leisure AsiaAbout Cachupa, Memory, And A Quiet Culinary Revolution In Cape Verde  Travel and Leisure Asia

Jubilee of Youth: Delegation of 43 Pilgrims Representing Cape Verde Selected on Basis of “pastoral commitment” - aciafrica.orgJubilee of Youth: Delegation of 43 Pilgrims Representing Cape Verde Selected on Basis of “pastoral commitment”  aciafrica.org

Cape Verde - The Reality Behind the Resorts - DWCape Verde - The Reality Behind the Resorts  DW

Cabo Verde Airlines restores ops, adds capacity - ch-aviationCabo Verde Airlines restores ops, adds capacity  ch-aviation

Cape Verde builds competitive beach volleyball programme through Empowerment - FIVBCape Verde builds competitive beach volleyball programme through Empowerment  FIVB

Cape Verde: Parliamentary consensus to enhance the education workers’ status - Education InternationalCape Verde: Parliamentary consensus to enhance the education workers’ status  Education International

Prevalence of diabetes and its associated factors in Cape Verde: an analysis of the 2020 WHO STEPS survey on non-communicable diseases risk factors - BMC Endocrine DisordersPrevalence of diabetes and its associated factors in Cape Verde: an analysis of the 2020 WHO STEPS survey on non-communicable diseases risk factors  BMC Endocrine Disorders

Huge opportunity: how IP is helping musicians in Cabo Verde - WIPO - World Intellectual Property OrganizationHuge opportunity: how IP is helping musicians in Cabo Verde  WIPO - World Intellectual Property Organization

Atlantic archipelago Cabo Verde needs to invest $140 million annually to address its climate & development challenges: World Bank - Down To EarthAtlantic archipelago Cabo Verde needs to invest $140 million annually to address its climate & development challenges: World Bank  Down To Earth

Tech Park Cape Verde is officially launched - Developing TelecomsTech Park Cape Verde is officially launched  Developing Telecoms

From maritime to Blue economy: Transforming Cabo Verde’s fisheries Sector - United Nations Sustainable Development GroupFrom maritime to Blue economy: Transforming Cabo Verde’s fisheries Sector  United Nations Sustainable Development Group

Prime minister of Cape Verde attends Mindelo Cruise Port inauguration - Seatrade Cruise NewsPrime minister of Cape Verde attends Mindelo Cruise Port inauguration  Seatrade Cruise News

Experience the Best Places to Visit in Cape Verde | Explore 2024 - AirtelExperience the Best Places to Visit in Cape Verde | Explore 2024  Airtel

Cabo Verde invests in improving the quality of care for the elderly - WHO | Regional Office for AfricaCabo Verde invests in improving the quality of care for the elderly  WHO | Regional Office for Africa

Cape Verde Inaugurates AfDB-Backed TechPark CV - Energy Capital & PowerCape Verde Inaugurates AfDB-Backed TechPark CV  Energy Capital & Power

RIU Funana Resort in Cape Verde now, turns Sunbed Competition into a Daily Ritual for Guests - Travel And Tour WorldRIU Funana Resort in Cape Verde now, turns Sunbed Competition into a Daily Ritual for Guests  Travel And Tour World

Cabo Verde: Addressing Climate and Development Challenges - INSIGHTS IASCabo Verde: Addressing Climate and Development Challenges  INSIGHTS IAS

Cape Verde celebrates 50 years of independence - DWCape Verde celebrates 50 years of independence  DW

Cape Verde: Teachers demand dignity and recognition on National Teachers' Day - Education InternationalCape Verde: Teachers demand dignity and recognition on National Teachers' Day  Education International

Mapping marine debris hotspots on Boa Vista Island, Cabo Verde - ScienceDirect.comMapping marine debris hotspots on Boa Vista Island, Cabo Verde  ScienceDirect.com

Cape Verde through to main round for second, successive time - IHFCape Verde through to main round for second, successive time  IHF

Cape Verde: Political party MpD files a complaint against journalist through media regulator - International Federation of Journalists - IFJCape Verde: Political party MpD files a complaint against journalist through media regulator  International Federation of Journalists - IFJ

Cape Verde Unveils €45M Tech Hub to Drive Digital Growth - TechAfrica NewsCape Verde Unveils €45M Tech Hub to Drive Digital Growth  TechAfrica News

Revealing the Cape Verde Hotspot Track Across the Great Lakes - Tao - 2025 - Geophysical Research Letters - AGU PublicationsRevealing the Cape Verde Hotspot Track Across the Great Lakes - Tao - 2025 - Geophysical Research Letters  AGU Publications

Slovenia fly into main round as Cape Verde overcome in Zagreb - IHFSlovenia fly into main round as Cape Verde overcome in Zagreb  IHF

Argentina take main round victory against Cape Verde - IHFArgentina take main round victory against Cape Verde  IHF

Deep-Sea Biology of the Cape Verde Islands - GEOMAR Helmholtz-Zentrum für Ozeanforschung KielDeep-Sea Biology of the Cape Verde Islands  GEOMAR Helmholtz-Zentrum für Ozeanforschung Kiel

Meet the Raso lark: The critically endangered songbird of Cape Verde - One EarthMeet the Raso lark: The critically endangered songbird of Cape Verde  One Earth

Digital Transformation in Cabo Verde: The New Horizon - World BankDigital Transformation in Cabo Verde: The New Horizon  World Bank

José Carlos Vaz crowned Cape Verde Champion – International Chess Federation - FIDEJosé Carlos Vaz crowned Cape Verde Champion – International Chess Federation  FIDE

Digital 2025: Cabo Verde - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Cabo Verde  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

West African roots, strong work ethic drive Washington Mystics rookie Sonia Citron - AndscapeWest African roots, strong work ethic drive Washington Mystics rookie Sonia Citron  Andscape

“No fear” – Rito and Cape Verde look to main round - IHF“No fear” – Rito and Cape Verde look to main round  IHF

Iceland dispatch Cape Verde in Zagreb - IHFIceland dispatch Cape Verde in Zagreb  IHF

Particle-bound mercury in Saharan dust-loaded particulate matter in Cabo Verde - ScienceDirect.comParticle-bound mercury in Saharan dust-loaded particulate matter in Cabo Verde  ScienceDirect.com

Cabo Verde’s ‘tech islands’ vision backed with $50m - African BusinessCabo Verde’s ‘tech islands’ vision backed with $50m  African Business

EasyJet and Transavia Launch Routes to Praia and Mindelo, Challenging Cabo Verde Airlines in Competitive Aviation Market - Travel And Tour WorldEasyJet and Transavia Launch Routes to Praia and Mindelo, Challenging Cabo Verde Airlines in Competitive Aviation Market  Travel And Tour World

Ambitious Climate Action Will Reap Large Dividends for Cabo Verde - World BankAmbitious Climate Action Will Reap Large Dividends for Cabo Verde  World Bank

‘Shifting baselines’ in Cabo Verde after 50 years of declining fish stocks - Mongabay‘Shifting baselines’ in Cabo Verde after 50 years of declining fish stocks  Mongabay

Macau Legend promises alternative to hotel-casino in Cape Verde - Macau BusinessMacau Legend promises alternative to hotel-casino in Cape Verde  Macau Business

Cape Verde strengthens squad with three debutants for crucial qualifiers - cafonline.comCape Verde strengthens squad with three debutants for crucial qualifiers  cafonline.com

Molecular characterization of Cryptosporidium spp. in symptomatic children from Cape Verde. - ScienceDirect.comMolecular characterization of Cryptosporidium spp. in symptomatic children from Cape Verde.  ScienceDirect.com

Cabo Verde - Dengue outbreak DREF Operational Update (MDRCV004) - ReliefWebCabo Verde - Dengue outbreak DREF Operational Update (MDRCV004)  ReliefWeb

Cabo Verde: DREF Operation-Final Report No. MDRCV003 - ReliefWebCabo Verde: DREF Operation-Final Report No. MDRCV003  ReliefWeb

Commentary: Sharks in Cabo Verde, Canarias, Madeira and Azores islands: species richness, conservation status and anthropogenic pressures - FrontiersCommentary: Sharks in Cabo Verde, Canarias, Madeira and Azores islands: species richness, conservation status and anthropogenic pressures  Frontiers

Vector competence of Culex quinquefasciatus from Santiago Island, Cape Verde, to West Nile Virus: exploring the potential effect of the vector native Wolbachia - Parasites & VectorsVector competence of Culex quinquefasciatus from Santiago Island, Cape Verde, to West Nile Virus: exploring the potential effect of the vector native Wolbachia  Parasites & Vectors

Magic Kitchen's 'Chef Papi' putting a Cape Verdean twist on classic American breakfast - SouthCoastToday.comMagic Kitchen's 'Chef Papi' putting a Cape Verdean twist on classic American breakfast  SouthCoastToday.com

User satisfaction with health services and healthcare delivery in Cape Verde - BMC Health Services ResearchUser satisfaction with health services and healthcare delivery in Cape Verde  BMC Health Services Research

RIU celebrates 20th Anniversary Gala in Cape Verde - Hospitality NetRIU celebrates 20th Anniversary Gala in Cape Verde  Hospitality Net

Supporting children's rights in Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde - United Nations VolunteersSupporting children's rights in Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde  United Nations Volunteers

GKA Kite-Surf World Cup Cape Verde preview - Sail-World.comGKA Kite-Surf World Cup Cape Verde preview  Sail-World.com

World Cup 2026 qualifying: Mali revive campaign as Cape Verde go top of group - BBCWorld Cup 2026 qualifying: Mali revive campaign as Cape Verde go top of group  BBC

Cape Verde - Fifty years of independence: a model of resilience, democracy, and sustainable development in Africa - Financial AfrikCape Verde - Fifty years of independence: a model of resilience, democracy, and sustainable development in Africa  Financial Afrik

TUI’s Cape Verde expansion takes flight with inaugural flight from East Midlands to Boa Vista - TUI GroupTUI’s Cape Verde expansion takes flight with inaugural flight from East Midlands to Boa Vista  TUI Group

Nurturing equality: a deep dive into Cabo Verde's quest to close the gender earnings gap - World Bank BlogsNurturing equality: a deep dive into Cabo Verde's quest to close the gender earnings gap  World Bank Blogs

China’s Renewed Ambitions in Cabo Verde, the Frontier Between Africa and the EU - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineChina’s Renewed Ambitions in Cabo Verde, the Frontier Between Africa and the EU  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

'So much pride': Thousands pack Campanelli for Cape Verdean Day Festival. What it was like - Enterprise News'So much pride': Thousands pack Campanelli for Cape Verdean Day Festival. What it was like  Enterprise News

Cape Verde’s Ivanusa Moreira is gunning for her first medal at IBA Women’s World Boxing Championships in Niš - IBA - International Boxing AssociationCape Verde’s Ivanusa Moreira is gunning for her first medal at IBA Women’s World Boxing Championships in Niš  IBA - International Boxing Association

Rheumatic Heart Disease: Easing the Burden in Cape Verde - Mass General GivingRheumatic Heart Disease: Easing the Burden in Cape Verde  Mass General Giving

Ambitious climate action will reap large dividends for Cabo Verde - World BankAmbitious climate action will reap large dividends for Cabo Verde  World Bank

A Walk Down the Block: Brockton, Cape Verde's '11th island' - WGBHA Walk Down the Block: Brockton, Cape Verde's '11th island'  WGBH

Carmen Souza combines English sea shanties with Cape Verdean rhythms - BBCCarmen Souza combines English sea shanties with Cape Verdean rhythms  BBC

Starlink Now Operational in Cape Verde - Space in AfricaStarlink Now Operational in Cape Verde  Space in Africa

Cabo Verde - General DebateCabo Verde  General Debate

Biden arrives in Cape Verde on 1st leg of 3-day trip to Africa - Anadolu AjansiBiden arrives in Cape Verde on 1st leg of 3-day trip to Africa  Anadolu Ajansi

List of Countries - BritannicaList of Countries  Britannica

Cabo Verde Economic Update 2025: Unlocking Inclusive Growth through Increased Resilience and Equal Opportunities - World BankCabo Verde Economic Update 2025: Unlocking Inclusive Growth through Increased Resilience and Equal Opportunities  World Bank

Corrigendum: Sharks in Cabo Verde, Canarias, Madeira and Azores islands: species richness, conservation status and anthropogenic pressures - FrontiersCorrigendum: Sharks in Cabo Verde, Canarias, Madeira and Azores islands: species richness, conservation status and anthropogenic pressures  Frontiers

Mental Health in Cabo Verde - The Borgen ProjectMental Health in Cabo Verde  The Borgen Project

iibGroup Funds UK Scholarships for Students from Cape Verde and Djibouti - ReutersiibGroup Funds UK Scholarships for Students from Cape Verde and Djibouti  Reuters

Cape Verde’s first ever Olympic Games medallist David Pina disappointed with the outcome - IBA - International Boxing AssociationCape Verde’s first ever Olympic Games medallist David Pina disappointed with the outcome  IBA - International Boxing Association

Cape Verdean President in Senegal to bolster bilateral ties - APAnews - Agence de Presse AfricaineCape Verdean President in Senegal to bolster bilateral ties  APAnews - Agence de Presse Africaine

Cape Verde Launches Landmark Tech Park, Aims to Become “Tech Islands of West Africa" - Tech LabariCape Verde Launches Landmark Tech Park, Aims to Become “Tech Islands of West Africa"  Tech Labari

Events: 53rd Annual Cape Verdean Recognition Parade and Kultura Festa - UMass DartmouthEvents: 53rd Annual Cape Verdean Recognition Parade and Kultura Festa  UMass Dartmouth

Challenging Fire Mountain: An E-Bike Mission to the Volcanic Top of Cape Verde - Škoda We Love CyclingChallenging Fire Mountain: An E-Bike Mission to the Volcanic Top of Cape Verde  Škoda We Love Cycling

Validation workshop for Cabo Verde’s National AfCFTA Implementation Strategy and SMEs capacity building - UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)Validation workshop for Cabo Verde’s National AfCFTA Implementation Strategy and SMEs capacity building  UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

Can Cape Verde challenge Nigeria and Ghana as West Africa’s tech powerhouses? - TechCabalCan Cape Verde challenge Nigeria and Ghana as West Africa’s tech powerhouses?  TechCabal

Cape Verde - São Nicolau Island hosts “Social Week” - Vatican NewsCape Verde - São Nicolau Island hosts “Social Week”  Vatican News

‘We are focused on freedom’: Local Cape Verdeans celebrate 50 years of independence - The Public's Radio‘We are focused on freedom’: Local Cape Verdeans celebrate 50 years of independence  The Public's Radio

FIVB Volleyball Empowerment introduces advanced volleyball tools and technology to Cape Verde - FIVBFIVB Volleyball Empowerment introduces advanced volleyball tools and technology to Cape Verde  FIVB

June Freedom Returning to His Grandfather’s House in Cape Verde ‘Balanced My Spirit Out’ and Inspired His Serene ‘Casa Mira Mar’ Album - BillboardJune Freedom Returning to His Grandfather’s House in Cape Verde ‘Balanced My Spirit Out’ and Inspired His Serene ‘Casa Mira Mar’ Album  Billboard

Harimau Malaya Show Stripes To Hold Better Ranked Cape Verde - bernamaHarimau Malaya Show Stripes To Hold Better Ranked Cape Verde  bernama

START OF LEG 2 FROM CABO VERDE TO CAPETOWN - team-malizia.comSTART OF LEG 2 FROM CABO VERDE TO CAPETOWN  team-malizia.com

Cape Verde’s first prime minister reflects on struggle for independence - The Bay State BannerCape Verde’s first prime minister reflects on struggle for independence  The Bay State Banner

Preliminary report on the inscription of the Tarrafal concentration camp (Cape Verde) as a World Heritage Site - Sciences PoPreliminary report on the inscription of the Tarrafal concentration camp (Cape Verde) as a World Heritage Site  Sciences Po

In Brockton, the ‘11th island’ celebrates Cape Verde’s 50th year of independence - The Boston GlobeIn Brockton, the ‘11th island’ celebrates Cape Verde’s 50th year of independence  The Boston Globe

Cape Verde's lively carnival parade - France 24Cape Verde's lively carnival parade  France 24

Cape Verde Luxury Resorts Horror as Hundreds of UK Holidaymakers Struck by Severe Illness Sue TUI After Dream Vacations Turn into Medical Nightmares - Travel And Tour WorldCape Verde Luxury Resorts Horror as Hundreds of UK Holidaymakers Struck by Severe Illness Sue TUI After Dream Vacations Turn into Medical Nightmares  Travel And Tour World

Mystery Illness Grips Cape Verde As Nearly 1,000 Tourists Fall Sick, Luxury Hotels Sued - Mashable IndiaMystery Illness Grips Cape Verde As Nearly 1,000 Tourists Fall Sick, Luxury Hotels Sued  Mashable India

WHO certifies Cabo Verde as malaria-free, marking a historic milestone in the fight against malaria - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO certifies Cabo Verde as malaria-free, marking a historic milestone in the fight against malaria  World Health Organization (WHO)

Is it safe to visit Cape Verde? Everything to know after holiday illness claims - The TimesIs it safe to visit Cape Verde? Everything to know after holiday illness claims  The Times

News | Hoteliers, travel experts chart Cape Verde Islands' evolution as the next Atlantic Ocean hot spot - CoStarNews | Hoteliers, travel experts chart Cape Verde Islands' evolution as the next Atlantic Ocean hot spot  CoStar

CV Telecom announced tender for fiber network replacement in Cape Verde - Data Center DynamicsCV Telecom announced tender for fiber network replacement in Cape Verde  Data Center Dynamics

Archived: ERO Boston arrests unlawfully present Cape Verde citizen convicted of multiple criminal charges - U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)Archived: ERO Boston arrests unlawfully present Cape Verde citizen convicted of multiple criminal charges  U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)

Cabo Verde Country Climate and Development Report - January 2025 - ReliefWebCabo Verde Country Climate and Development Report - January 2025  ReliefWeb

UC Blue Ash professor combines service and adventure in trip to Cape Verde - University of CincinnatiUC Blue Ash professor combines service and adventure in trip to Cape Verde  University of Cincinnati

Cape Verde gives Macau Legend final opportunity to revive integrated resort project - Asia Gaming BriefCape Verde gives Macau Legend final opportunity to revive integrated resort project  Asia Gaming Brief

'Sunbed wars at our Cape Verde hotel were actually quite comical - and here's proof' - The Mirror'Sunbed wars at our Cape Verde hotel were actually quite comical - and here's proof'  The Mirror

Cape Verde independence celebrated in New Bedford - WJARCape Verde independence celebrated in New Bedford  WJAR

From College Hill to Cabo Verde, students connect history, heritage and health in global course - Brown UniversityFrom College Hill to Cabo Verde, students connect history, heritage and health in global course  Brown University