Surface: Cape Verde has a total land area of 4,033 sq km.
Population: With an approximate population of 423.600, Cape Verde comprises 71% Creoles, 28% Africans and 1% Europeans.
System of government: Cape Verde has a republic government.
Capital: Praia, the capital of Cape Verde has an approximate population of 113,700.
Religion: The predominant religion of the country is Roman Catholicism, followed by Protestantism.
Official Language: Portuguese is the official language of the country.
Government: Cape Verde has a republic government.
Climate: Experiencing hot, dry summers, Cape Verde has a temperate climate.
Units of measure and electricity: ape Verde follows the metric system and the electricity is 220 V, 50 Hz.
Time Zone: The local time is GMT – 1.
Currency: Cape Verde Escudo (1 € = 110.27 CVE).
Travel documents required: A passport and visa is required unless travelling in an organised tourist group and holding a ‘Certificado Colectivo de Identidade et Viagem’.
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Cape Verde is plagued with constant problems such as the lack of natural resources and severe droughts. The service sector forms the crux of Cape Verde’s economy. The economy is service-oriented, with commerce, transport, tourism, and public services being its mainstay.
Cape Verde falls under the category of slightly expensive destinations. Travel on the island is generally through bus and trucks, whereas taxis are generally expensive. |
