The Republic of Cape Verde is an island nation in the western coast of Africa. The Portuguese were early inhabitant of Cape Verde around 15th century. Subsequently Portuguese made Cape Verde one of the main trading centers for human laborers and shipment supplies.

The Cape Verde became an independent nation in 1975; there was one party system until 1990 when multi party system came into existence and general elections were held. CapeVerde continues to exhibit one of Africa's most stable democratic governments. Most Cape Verdeans have both African and Portuguese antecedents.

The government in Cape Verde is Parliamentary Representative Democratic Republic. The prime minister of Cape Verde is head of the state. Cape Verde constitutes of 10 main islands and 8 islets.

The main islands in Cape Verde are

Barlavento (northern island group)

1. Santo Antão
2. São Vicente
3. Santa Luzia
4. São Nicolau
5. Sal
6. Boa Vista

Sotavento (southern island group)

1. Maio
2. Santiago
3. Fogo
4. Brava

The islets are Branco, Razo.

All islands are volcanic; an active volcano only exists on one of the islands, Fogo.

Cape Verde lies in the subtropical zone; the average temperature in Cape Verde stays around 24 degree Celsius in January and February and 29 degree Celsius in September. Cape Verde receives good annual rainfall around 68.4 mm. Cape Verde's position in the Atlantic contributes to its mild, moist climate.

The Cape Verde's economy largely depends upon commerce, tourism, transport and public services, all collectively accounts for 66% of GDP. More than 70% people live in rural areas. Agriculture and agricultural products accounts for 12% of Cape Verde's GDP of which fishing accounts for 1.5%. Cape Verde imports 82% food of its total needs. The Cape Verde's future economic prospects rely on the maintenance of aid flows, the encouragement of tourism, remittances, and the momentum of the government's developmental program.