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
Cape Verde - Timeline - BBC

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Cabo Verde Launches National 5G Strategy to Become Digital Hub by 2030 - TechAfrica NewsCabo Verde Launches National 5G Strategy to Become Digital Hub by 2030  TechAfrica News

One Small Country, One Giant Leap in Football History: The Cape Verde Story - RevsportzOne Small Country, One Giant Leap in Football History: The Cape Verde Story  Revsportz

World Cup 2026 qualifying: Cape Verde, Senegal and South Africa on brink of spots - BBCWorld Cup 2026 qualifying: Cape Verde, Senegal and South Africa on brink of spots  BBC

VIDEO: Man Utd goalkeeper Andre Onana spotted violently shoving fan after costly mistake in Cameroon's shock World Cup qualifying defeat to Cape Verde - Goal.comVIDEO: Man Utd goalkeeper Andre Onana spotted violently shoving fan after costly mistake in Cameroon's shock World Cup qualifying defeat to Cape Verde  Goal.com

Cape Verde's World Cup Dream: A Small Nation on the Brink of History - DevdiscourseCape Verde's World Cup Dream: A Small Nation on the Brink of History  Devdiscourse

Cabo Verde Airlines receives first ATR72-600 - ch-aviationCabo Verde Airlines receives first ATR72-600  ch-aviation

World Cup 2026: Cape Verde vs Cameroon, showdown for top spot in Group D - Foot AfricaWorld Cup 2026: Cape Verde vs Cameroon, showdown for top spot in Group D  Foot Africa

Season of Creation 2025: Catholic Laity on How Laudato Si’ Inspired Environment-Friendly Initiatives in Cape Verde - aciafrica.orgSeason of Creation 2025: Catholic Laity on How Laudato Si’ Inspired Environment-Friendly Initiatives in Cape Verde  aciafrica.org

Andre Onana clashes with fans after Cameroon's defeat to Cape Verde - Gazeta ExpressAndre Onana clashes with fans after Cameroon's defeat to Cape Verde  Gazeta Express

Senegal stage dramatic Kinshasa comeback, Cape Verde pull clear, Bafana and Nigeria share points - cafonline.comSenegal stage dramatic Kinshasa comeback, Cape Verde pull clear, Bafana and Nigeria share points  cafonline.com

Mauritius vs Cape Verde - live score, predicted lineups and H2H stats - FotMobMauritius vs Cape Verde - live score, predicted lineups and H2H stats  FotMob

Cape Verde: Historic salary increase brings stability and dignity to the teaching profession - Education InternationalCape Verde: Historic salary increase brings stability and dignity to the teaching profession  Education International

FIFA World Cup CAF Qualifiers: Egypt, South Africa Miss Qualification Chance After Draws; Cape Verde Shock Cameroon - Outlook IndiaFIFA World Cup CAF Qualifiers: Egypt, South Africa Miss Qualification Chance After Draws; Cape Verde Shock Cameroon  Outlook India

Cape Verde eye historic World Cup spot to leave big guns Cameroon in danger of missing out - thenationalnews.comCape Verde eye historic World Cup spot to leave big guns Cameroon in danger of missing out  thenationalnews.com

Cape Verde vs Tunisia - Qualification to Quarter Finals - FIBA AfroBasket 2025 - fiba.basketballCape Verde vs Tunisia - Qualification to Quarter Finals - FIBA AfroBasket 2025  fiba.basketball

Andre Onana branded 'worst goalkeeper alive' after Man Utd outcast blamed for calamity goal in Cameroon's World Cup qualifying loss to Cape Verde - Goal.comAndre Onana branded 'worst goalkeeper alive' after Man Utd outcast blamed for calamity goal in Cameroon's World Cup qualifying loss to Cape Verde  Goal.com

Cape Verde floods: State of emergency declared in São Vicente and Santo Antão - BBCCape Verde floods: State of emergency declared in São Vicente and Santo Antão  BBC

Cameroon: Marc Brys explains after defeat to Cape Verde - Foot AfricaCameroon: Marc Brys explains after defeat to Cape Verde  Foot Africa

How to watch today's Cape Verde vs Cameroon World Cup qualification game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time - Goal.comHow to watch today's Cape Verde vs Cameroon World Cup qualification game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time  Goal.com

Africa | Cape Verde | Floods - Emergency Appeal (MDRCV005) - ReliefWebAfrica | Cape Verde | Floods - Emergency Appeal (MDRCV005)  ReliefWeb

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

Travelers Affected at Sao Pedro, Amilcar Cabral, Nantucket and More as TCAV Cancels 7 Flights, Disrupting Travel Across Cape Verde - Travel And Tour WorldTravelers Affected at Sao Pedro, Amilcar Cabral, Nantucket and More as TCAV Cancels 7 Flights, Disrupting Travel Across Cape Verde  Travel And Tour World

World Cup Qualification for 2026: Cape Verde Take Giant Leap Toward Debut - Foot AfricaWorld Cup Qualification for 2026: Cape Verde Take Giant Leap Toward Debut  Foot Africa

WATCH: Man Utd keeper Onana angrily shoves away selfie seeking Cape Verde fan - TribalFootballWATCH: Man Utd keeper Onana angrily shoves away selfie seeking Cape Verde fan  TribalFootball

Goal and Highlights: Cape Verde vs Cameroon in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers (1-0) - VAVEL.comGoal and Highlights: Cape Verde vs Cameroon in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers (1-0)  VAVEL.com

Angola defeat Cape Verde in front of a record crowd of 12,700 - fiba.basketballAngola defeat Cape Verde in front of a record crowd of 12,700  fiba.basketball

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

Cape Verde Close To World Cup Debut After Beating Cameroon - Barron'sCape Verde Close To World Cup Debut After Beating Cameroon  Barron's

It’s the time of year for Cape Verde hurricanes, the longest and most powerful storms - AP NewsIt’s the time of year for Cape Verde hurricanes, the longest and most powerful storms  AP News

Super Eagles in trouble; Clutch wins for Cape Verde and Senegal - africanfootball.comSuper Eagles in trouble; Clutch wins for Cape Verde and Senegal  africanfootball.com

DREF Operation No MDRCV005 Cabo Verde Flood 2025 - ReliefWebDREF Operation No MDRCV005 Cabo Verde Flood 2025  ReliefWeb

Cape Verde eliminate reigning champions Tunisia - fiba.basketballCape Verde eliminate reigning champions Tunisia  fiba.basketball

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

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

Shortage of sand: Europe’s impact on Cape Verde’s turtle crisis - politico.euShortage of sand: Europe’s impact on Cape Verde’s turtle crisis  politico.eu

Cape Verde floods kill at least eight people - ThePrintCape Verde floods kill at least eight people  ThePrint

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

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

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

Cape Verde recovers from deadly floods caused by Storm Erin - Eye on Africa - France 24Cape Verde recovers from deadly floods caused by Storm Erin - Eye on Africa  France 24

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

Video: André Onana furious after defeat to Cape Verde - OneFootballVideo: André Onana furious after defeat to Cape Verde  OneFootball

Georgia 1-1 Cape Verde (8 Jun, 2025) Final Score - ESPN IndiaGeorgia 1-1 Cape Verde (8 Jun, 2025) Final Score  ESPN India

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

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

World Cup 2026 Digest: Cape Verde close to debut, England romps, Portugal wins thriller - Soccer AmericaWorld Cup 2026 Digest: Cape Verde close to debut, England romps, Portugal wins thriller  Soccer America

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

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

TUI Care Foundation sets up fund to support flood victims on Cape Verdean islands of São Vicente and Santo Antão - TUI GroupTUI Care Foundation sets up fund to support flood victims on Cape Verdean islands of São Vicente and Santo Antão  TUI 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

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

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

Cape Verde heading for fairytale World Cup berth - Daily NationCape Verde heading for fairytale World Cup berth  Daily Nation

Cape Verde close to qualifying for maiden world cup, Egypt delayed - Kawowo SportsCape Verde close to qualifying for maiden world cup, Egypt delayed  Kawowo Sports

Blue Sharks of Cape Verde One Step from History - Africa Top SportsBlue Sharks of Cape Verde One Step from History  Africa Top Sports

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

Cape Verde floods kill at least eight people - TRT EspañolCape Verde floods kill at least eight people  TRT Español

Dally hits game-winning shot as Côte d'Ivoire overcome Cape Verde - fiba.basketballDally hits game-winning shot as Côte d'Ivoire overcome Cape Verde  fiba.basketball

Cape Verde on brink of reaching first World Cup - MSNCape Verde on brink of reaching first World Cup  MSN

2026 World Cup: Tiny Nation of Just 525,000 People on Verge of Qualifying - GiveMeSport2026 World Cup: Tiny Nation of Just 525,000 People on Verge of Qualifying  GiveMeSport

Cape Verde's historic rally shut down RD Congo on Gameday 2 - fiba.basketballCape Verde's historic rally shut down RD Congo on Gameday 2  fiba.basketball

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

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

Cardinal Furtado of Cape Verde on Mindelo Deadly Floods: “We share the pain and hope” - aciafrica.orgCardinal Furtado of Cape Verde on Mindelo Deadly Floods: “We share the pain and hope”  aciafrica.org

Cape Verde Eyes GDP Boost Through Stronger Digital Skills - TechAfrica NewsCape Verde Eyes GDP Boost Through Stronger Digital Skills  TechAfrica News

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

Angola vs Cape Verde - Quarter-Finals - FIBA AfroBasket 2025 - fiba.basketballAngola vs Cape Verde - Quarter-Finals - FIBA AfroBasket 2025  fiba.basketball

Cabo Verde Hurricanes Are Typically Not A US Threat; That Danger Is Usually From 'Homegrown' Storms - The Weather ChannelCabo Verde Hurricanes Are Typically Not A US Threat; That Danger Is Usually From 'Homegrown' Storms  The Weather Channel

What are Cape Verde hurricanes? The longest and most powerful storms of the season - The IndependentWhat are Cape Verde hurricanes? The longest and most powerful storms of the season  The Independent

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

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

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

Cape Verde - Thousands of People Devastated By Sudden, Severe Floods - allAfrica.comCape Verde - Thousands of People Devastated By Sudden, Severe Floods  allAfrica.com

Cape Verde bounce back, send Rwanda home - fiba.basketballCape Verde bounce back, send Rwanda home  fiba.basketball

Small-scale, big impact: New insights into marine biodiversity around the Cape Verde islands - Phys.orgSmall-scale, big impact: New insights into marine biodiversity around the Cape Verde islands  Phys.org

Investigation ‘Ambrosia’: EPPO carries out searches in Cabo Verde in probe into money laundering - European Public Prosecutor’s OfficeInvestigation ‘Ambrosia’: EPPO carries out searches in Cabo Verde in probe into money laundering  European Public Prosecutor’s Office

Pilot Suspended After Walking Around Hotel Bar Drunk & Naked - Simple FlyingPilot Suspended After Walking Around Hotel Bar Drunk & Naked  Simple Flying

Bushes walking on sand: Sea turtles of Cape Verde - Oceanographic - Oceanographic MagazineBushes walking on sand: Sea turtles of Cape Verde - Oceanographic  Oceanographic Magazine

VIDEO: Man Utd goalkeeper Andre Onana spotted violently shoving fan after costly mistake in Cameroon's shock World Cup qualifying defeat to Cape Verde - uk.sports.yahoo.comVIDEO: Man Utd goalkeeper Andre Onana spotted violently shoving fan after costly mistake in Cameroon's shock World Cup qualifying defeat to Cape Verde  uk.sports.yahoo.com

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

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

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

People and dogs team up to protect sea turtles in Cabo Verde - NaturePeople and dogs team up to protect sea turtles in Cabo Verde  Nature

Cape Verde heading for fairytale World Cup berth - supersport.comCape Verde heading for fairytale World Cup berth  supersport.com

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

Cape Verde Declares Two Days Of National Mourning And State Of Emergency As Torrential Rains Leave At Least Eight Dead, Residents Displaced - Forbes AfricaCape Verde Declares Two Days Of National Mourning And State Of Emergency As Torrential Rains Leave At Least Eight Dead, Residents Displaced  Forbes Africa

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

Japan-Cabo Verde Summit Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Cabo Verde Summit Meeting  mofa.go.jp

Bryan Mbeumo-Carlos Baleba moment spotted as Man Utd target suffers international setback - United In FocusBryan Mbeumo-Carlos Baleba moment spotted as Man Utd target suffers international setback  United In Focus

‘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

The Dubliner one win away from qualifying for the World Cup - 'It feels incredible' - The 42The Dubliner one win away from qualifying for the World Cup - 'It feels incredible'  The 42

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

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

Solidarity with Cabo Verde after tropical storm Erin - GEOMAR Helmholtz-Zentrum für Ozeanforschung KielSolidarity with Cabo Verde after tropical storm Erin  GEOMAR Helmholtz-Zentrum für Ozeanforschung Kiel

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

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

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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