Cape Verde
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.
Languages & Population
Approximate Population: 423,613 (July 2007 est.)
Nationality (Noun): Cape Verdean(s)
Nationality (Adjective): Cape Verdean
Official Language(s): Portuguese
Major Languages Spoken: Portuguese

Country Facts
Country Name (long form): Republic of Cape Verde
Country Name (short form): Cape Verde
Country Name (local long form): Republica de Cabo Verde
Country Name (local short form): Cabo Verde
Name of Capital: Praia
UTC Time Difference (from capital): UTC-1 (4 hours ahead of Washington, DC during Standard Time)
Countries Near by, and Bordering Cape Verde: Senegal
Land Area: 4033 sq km
Comparative Area: slightly larger than Rhode Island
Coastline: 965 km
National Holiday: Independence Day, 5 July (1975)
International Phone Code: 238
Currency Code: Cape Verdean escudo (CVE)
Internet Country Code: .cv
US Embassy Location: Rua Abilio Macedo n6, Praia
US Embassy Mailing Address: C. P. 201, Praia

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