São Tomé and Principe

São Tomé and Príncipe is a small island nation located in the Gulf of Guinea, off the western coast of Central Africa. It is made up of two main islands, São Tomé and Príncipe. The official language is Portuguese and the currency is the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra. São Tomé and Príncipe has a semi-presidential representative democratic republic form of government, and the current President is Evaristo Carvalho.

São Tomé and Príncipe has a developing economy based on agriculture, fisheries and tourism. The country is known for its natural beauty, including its lush rainforests and diverse wildlife such as the Giant African land snail and the São Tomé fiscal. The country also has a unique culture, with a mix of African and Portuguese influences, including traditional music and dances such as funaná. The capital and largest city is São Tomé, known for its landmarks such as the Pico Cão Grande and the Obo Natural Park.