Real-time statistics of Cape Verde

Cape Verde sits in the Africa (subregion: Western Africa). Its capital city is Praia and the national territory covers 4,033 km², offering a variety of landscapes and climates.

The current population (2024) is estimated at 524,877 inhabitants, highlighting the demographic weight of the nation. Main languages include Portuguese, a sign of its cultural diversity and the historical influence of different communities.

The nominal gross domestic product (2024) reaches 2,767,599,017.449 US dollars. The official currency is Cape Verdean escudo (CVE), used daily across both metropolitan areas and rural zones for commerce and services.

Economy and development

During the latest period with available data, real GDP grew by 7.27%, providing a view into the performance of productive sectors and development policies. Infrastructure and services in Praia act as a hub of innovation and connection with international markets.

Comparison with other countries

No bordering countries are recorded in the database, so international relations take place mainly via sea or air routes.

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