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Cape Verde’s Democracy: A History of Stability & Success

Explore the history of Cape Verde’s democracy, from its 1975 independence to its status as a model of political stability

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African Leaders Launch New Proactive Peacekeeping Era in Luanda

African leaders gather in Luanda for a historic AU summit to launch a proactive peacekeeping strategy and the new 'Luanda

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Cape Verde Crackdown: New Food Safety & Hygiene Rules

Cape Verde’s IGAE announces a major crackdown on food safety and pricing fraud following alarming hygiene failures and recent restaurant

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Guinea-Bissau Opposition Boycotts ‘Sham’ Referendum

Opposition parties in Guinea-Bissau call for a total boycott of the constitutional referendum, calling it a sham to legitimize a

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Guinea-Bissau Opposition Calls for Referendum Boycott

PAIGC leader Domingos Simões Pereira calls for a boycott of Guinea-Bissau's constitutional referendum, calling it a coup against democracy.

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EasyJet Passengers Stranded in Cape Verde After Flight Chaos

Dozens of EasyJet passengers remain stranded in Boa Vista, Cape Verde, three days after their flight to Porto was cancelled

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Cape Verde Intelligence Shake-up Faces Legal Challenge

Cape Verde's opposition party MpD challenges the government's transfer of intelligence oversight to the Internal Administration Minister as unconstitutional.

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National Holidays in Cape Verde: A Cultural & History Guide

Explore the vibrant national holidays of Cape Verde. From Carnival in Mindelo to Independence Day, discover the history, traditions, and

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August 30: Frankenstein, Gorbachev, and World Records

Explore August 30 in history: from Mary Shelley's birth and the fall of the Soviet Union to Mike Powell's world

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Cape Verde Steps Up Fight Against Human Trafficking

Cape Verde's ONTP and PONGCV sign a major partnership to combat human trafficking through community training, victim support, and better

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