Sao Tome and Principe

Sao Tome and Principe Quick Facts…

Official NameDemocratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe
Common NameSao Tome and Principe – /saʊ təˌmeɪ ənd ˈpɹɪn.sɪ.peɪ/
NationalitySao Tomean(s) – noun, Sao Tomean – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1975 (from Portugal)
Administrative Divisions6 districts and 1 autonomous region
Total Population220,372 (#183) with 76.4% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasSao Tome (capital city)
Major LanguagesForro, Portuguese (official)
Electricity Access78.4% of total population
Internet Access51% of total population
CurrencyDobras (STD)
Real GDP (PPP)$904.1 million – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$4,100 (#183) – 2021 estimate
Total Area964 sq km / 372 sq mi (#184) with 0% water area
Geographic RegionAfrica – Central Africa
Bordering CountriesNone
Bordering Water BodiesGulf of Guinea

National Anthem: “Total Independence”