Cape Verde: Geography, Location, Economy, Strategic Importance and International Relations

Category: Geography → World Geography / Africa

Key Pointers

  • Cape Verde is an island country in the Atlantic Ocean.

  • Located off the western coast of Africa.

  • Officially known as the Republic of Cabo Verde.

  • Capital: Praia.

  • It is an archipelago of volcanic islands.

  • Located within the broader region of the Macaronesia island group.

  • Historically important because of its location along Atlantic maritime routes.

UPSC Focus

Cape Verde → Atlantic Ocean → west of Africa → volcanic archipelago → Praia.