Angola — Country Facts & Profile
Middle Africa, Africa
Angola ranks #41 by population and #24 by land area worldwide. Officially known as Angola, this independent country sits in Middle Africa and is home to 36,170,961 people. Luanda serves as its capital. The official language is Portuguese. The national currency is the Angolan kwanza (Kz AOA).
Country Statistics
Financial Profile
Angola has a GDP per capita of $2,666, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Physical Geography
Angola is located in Middle Africa at coordinates 12.50°S, 18.50°E. It shares borders with 4 countries. Total land area: 1,246,700 km² (481,353 mi²). Population density: 29 people per km². The highest point is Mount Moco at 2,619 m.
Quality of Life
Key indicators for visiting or living in Angola. Average temperature in Luanda: 20.3°C (69°F).
Flora & Fauna
Angola has 5 zoos and 1 botanical garden.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Notable Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Angola, including Estádio do Buraco with a capacity of 15,000 seats.
15,000 seats
Notable Cities of Angola
Subdivisions
Luanda
22 cities · 11,965,558 people
Largest: Luanda
Benguela
16 cities · 1,680,674 people
Largest: Benguela
Bengo
25 cities · 1,330,454 people
Largest: Calumbo
Huambo
10 cities · 872,557 people
Largest: Huambo
Kwanza Sul
15 cities · 852,663 people
Largest: Sumbe
Huíla
9 cities · 792,193 people
Largest: Lubango
Luanda Norte
8 cities · 752,164 people
Largest: Chitato
Malanje
11 cities · 740,253 people
Largest: Malanje
Cabinda
4 cities · 630,383 people
Largest: Cabinda
Bíe
12 cities · 625,063 people
Largest: Cuíto
Uíge
8 cities · 543,461 people
Largest: Uíge
Zaire
5 cities · 460,631 people
Largest: Soyo
Cuanza Norte
8 cities · 446,051 people
Largest: N'dalatando
Moxico
8 cities · 423,343 people
Largest: Luena
Lunda Sul
4 cities · 422,012 people
Largest: Saurimo
Namibe
5 cities · 420,792 people
Largest: Mossamedes
Cuando Cobango
5 cities · 296,919 people
Largest: Menongue
Cunene
4 cities · 205,289 people
Largest: Ondjiva
Frequently Asked Questions about Angola
- What is the capital of Angola?
- The capital of Angola is Luanda.
- What is the population of Angola?
- Angola has a population of approximately 36,170,961 people.
- What continent is Angola in?
- Angola is located in Africa, in the Middle Africa subregion.
- Where is Angola located?
- Angola is located in Middle Africa, Africa, at coordinates 12.5°S, 18.5°E.
- What currency does Angola use?
- Angola uses the Angolan kwanza (Kz AOA).
- What is the capital and currency of Angola?
- The capital of Angola is Luanda and the currency is the Angolan kwanza (AOA).
- What language is spoken in Angola?
- The official language of Angola is Portuguese.
- What is the area of Angola?
- Angola covers a total area of 1,246,700 km² (481,353 square miles).
- How large is Angola in square miles?
- Angola has a total area of approximately 481,353 square miles (1,246,700 km²).
- What is the population density of Angola?
- Angola has a population density of approximately 29 people per km².
- Is Angola an independent country?
- Yes, Angola is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Angola border?
- Angola shares land borders with 4 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Angola?
- The GDP per capita of Angola is approximately $2,666.
- What is the average temperature in Luanda?
- The average annual temperature in Luanda, the capital of Angola, is approximately 20.3°C (69°F).
- What countries border Angola?
- Angola shares land borders with: Republic of the Congo, DR Congo, Zambia, Namibia.
- What is the country calling code for Angola?
- The international calling code for Angola is +244. To call Angola from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +244 and the local number.
- What time zone is Angola in?
- Angola operates on the UTC+01:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Angola?
- The highest point in Angola is Mount Moco at 2,619 m (8,593 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Angola?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Angola is approximately $2,840 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Angola?
- The average internet speed in Angola is 19 Mbps, which is considered below average by global standards.