Cabo Verde

Cabo Verde Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Cabo Verde
Common NameCabo Verde – /ˌkɑ.boʊ ˈvəɹ.deɪ/ – (aka: Cape Verde)
NationalityCabo Verdean(s) – noun, Cabo Verdean – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1975 (from Portugal)
Administrative Divisions22 municipalities
Total Population603,901 (#171) with 68% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasPraia (capital city)
Major LanguagesPortuguese Creole, Portuguese (official)
Electricity Access95.2% of total population
Internet Access70% of total population
CurrencyCabo Verdean Escudos (CVE)
Real GDP (PPP)$3.6 billion – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$6,100 (#162) – 2021 estimate
Total Area4,033 sq km / 1,557 sq mi (#175) with 0% water area
Geographic RegionAfrica – Western Africa
Bordering CountriesNone
Bordering Water BodiesNorth Atlantic Ocean

National Anthem: “Song of Freedom”