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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