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Republic of Cape Verde

Cape Verde Islands

Cape Verde Islands is a country in Africa that is home to 556,000 people. It is also home to 1 living indigenous language, Kabuverdianu. In addition, 1 non-indigenous language, Portuguese, is established within the country. It is the official language.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    556,000

    people

    1

    living languages

    87%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 1
    2. 0
    3. 0
    4. 0

Cape Verde Islands has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.