Angola
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National Anthems
Angola Avante
“Angola Avante” (“Onwards Angola”) is the national anthem of Angola, composed by Ruy Mingas with lyrics written by Manuel Rui Alves Monteiro. It was officially adopted as the national anthem in November 1975, coinciding with Angola’s independence from Portugal. The lyrics of the anthem refer to significant events of the People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA), the ruling party since independence until 1992 when the country transitioned away…
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Namibe
Namibe, formerly Moçâmedes, is a coastal city located in southwestern Angola, Africa. It serves as the capital of Namibe Province and is situated along the Atlantic Ocean. The city was formerly known as Moçâmedes during the colonial era. Map view More information
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Malanje
Malanje, a town situated in north-central Angola, emerged in the mid-19th century as a significant open-air market on the country’s primary plateau, positioned between Luanda—now the nation’s capital, 250 miles (400 km) to the west—and the Cuango valley, inhabited by the Mbundu people, located 125 miles (200 km) to the east. Positioned at an elevation of 4,373 feet (1,333 meters), the town experiences a high-altitude tropical climate. Before Angola gained…
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Angola
Flag of Angola SVG, PNG, WEBP and JPG formats
Download the Flag of Angola SVG, PNG, WEBP and JPG formats. Angola adopted its national flag on November 11, 1975, marking the country’s independence. The flag is divided horizontally, with a red upper half and a black lower half. Positioned at the centre is an emblem showcasing a yellow, half-gear wheel intersected by a machete and topped with a star. All flag image formats SVG PNG Flag of Angola PNG…
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Huambo
Nestled in the heart of Angola, Huambo, formerly known as Nova Lisboa, is a city that beautifully blends history, culture, and natural beauty. This article takes you on a journey through this remarkable city, the third-most populous in Angola, after Luanda and Lubango. Early History Huambo’s name has its roots in Wambu, one of the 14 ancient Ovimbundu kingdoms of the Angolan plateau. These kingdoms date back to the 15th…
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Benguela
Benguela, pronounced as [bẽˈɡɛlɐ] in Portuguese and known as Luombaka in Umbundu, is a captivating city nestled in western Angola. It serves as the capital of Benguela Province and boasts a rich history and vibrant culture. In this article, we will take you on a journey through the past and present of this remarkable city, highlighting its significance, growth, and unique attributes. History Portuguese Rule Benguela’s roots date back to…
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Luanda
Luanda is the capital and largest city in Angola. It is Angola’s primary port, and its major industrial, cultural and urban centre. Located on Angola‘s northern Atlantic coast, Luanda is Angola’s administrative centre, its chief seaport, and also the capital of the Luanda Province. Luanda and its metropolitan area is the most populous Portuguese-speaking capital city in the world and the most populous Lusophone city outside Brazil, with over 8.3…