Migration Waves from Cape Verde to America
Migration from Cape Verde to the United States is one of the most defining chapters …
History
How Independence Changed Cape Verde’s Economy
Cape Verde’s independence in 1975 marked a turning point not only politically but economically. After …
Key Historical Figures in Cape Verde’s Development
No discussion of key historical figures in Cape Verde’s development can begin without Amílcar Cabral. …
Cape Verde’s Role in Early Atlantic Navigation
Cape Verde’s location in the central Atlantic Ocean gave it a unique strategic importance during …
Understand the Local Culture Before You Arrive
Traveling respectfully in Cape Verdean communities begins long before you step onto an island. Cape …
How Droughts Shaped Cape Verdean Society
Cape Verde’s history cannot be understood without acknowledging the powerful role of drought. Situated in …
Origins of Cape Verdean Creole Languages
The history of Cape Verdean Creole languages begins in the 15th century, shortly after the …
Women in Cape Verde’s Colonial and Post-Colonial History
Women have played a central yet often under-recognized role in shaping Cape Verde’s social, economic, …
How Cape Verde Became a Nation of Sailors
Cape Verde’s identity as a nation of sailors did not emerge by chance. It was …
Religion in Cape Verde: A Historical Perspective
Religion in Cape Verde has played a central role in shaping the islands’ social structure, …