Angola

Angola is a country located in Southern Africa, bordered by Namibia to the south, the Democratic Republic of Congo to the north, and Zambia to the east. It has a coast line on the Atlantic Ocean. The capital and largest city is Luanda. The official languages are Portuguese and the currency is the Angolan kwanza. Angola is a presidential republic and the current president is João Lourenço.

Angola has a history of colonialism, first by the Portuguese and later by other European powers. The country gained independence in 1975 after a long and bloody struggle for freedom.

Angola is known for its diverse culture, which has been shaped by its history, geography and various ethnic groups. The country is home to many traditional festivals and ceremonies, such as the Lunda Kingdom’s kuduro and the Kwanza river’s dande.

Angola’s economy is primarily based on oil and diamonds. It is the second-largest oil-producing country in sub-Saharan Africa, and oil accounts for a large portion of the country’s exports and government revenues. Angola also has large reserves of natural gas and is rich in other natural resources such as gold, diamonds, and timber.

The population of Angola is over 30 million people and is composed of over 80 different ethnic groups. The largest ethnic group is the Ovimbundu, followed by the Ambundu and the Bakongo. The official language is Portuguese, but many people also speak indigenous languages such as Umbundu and Kimbundu.