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The flag of Cape Verde

The ten stars represent the ten main islands of the archipelago.

Quick facts

Capital
Praia
Region
Western Africa
Currency
Cape Verdean escudo
Population
527,326

The flag of Cape Verde is one of the most recognisable national symbols in Africa. The ten stars represent the ten main islands of the archipelago.

The flag of Cape Verde

The ten stars represent the ten main islands of the archipelago. A flag tells the story of a nation — its history, its values and its people.

Capital and location

Praia is the capital of Cape Verde, in Western Africa, part of Africa.

Currency

The official currency of Cape Verde is the Cape Verdean escudo (CVE).

People

Cape Verde is home to around 527,326 people.

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