Cape Verde

SHORT INFORMATION

Population of Cape Verde

Cape Verde has a population of approximately half a million people. A large proportion (236,000) of Cape Verdeans live on the main island, Santiago.

SHORT INFORMATION

Politics of Cape Verde

Cape Verde is a stable semi-presidential representative democratic republic.It is among the most democratic nations in the world, ranking 31st position in the world, according to the 2014 Democracy Index.

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

Festivals and Events in Cape Verde

Combining Catholic influences with a vibrant Creole culture are some extremely colourful Carnival celebrations on Cape Verde.