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Angola

Middle Africa, Africa

Portuguese

Angola is a country in Middle Africa, Africa. With a population of 36,170,961 and an area of 1,246,700 km², the capital city is Luanda. It ranks #41 in the world by population and #24 by land area. The official language is Portuguese. The national currency is the Angolan kwanza (Kz AOA).

Quick Facts

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Luanda
Capital
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36,170,961
Population
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1,246,700 km²
Area (km²)
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481,353 mi²
Area (sq mi)
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29 / km²
Population Density
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Kz AOA
Currency
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+244
Dial Code
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.ao
TLD
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Africa
Continent

Travel & Living

Key indicators for visiting or living in Angola. Average temperature in Luanda: 20.3°C (69°F).

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20.3°C
Avg Temp (Luanda)
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19 Mbps
Avg Internet Speed

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.

ContinentAfrica
Coordinates12.50°S, 18.50°E
🏔️ Highest PointMount Moco
2,619 m
🏞️ Longest RiverCongo
4,700 km
TimezonesUTC+01:00

Infrastructure

Notable infrastructure highlights in Angola, including Estádio do Buraco with a capacity of 15,000 seats.

🏟️ Largest StadiumEstádio do Buraco
15,000 seats
🏥 Notable HospitalClínica da Chevron

Nature & Wildlife

Angola has 5 zoos and 1 botanical garden.

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5
Zoos
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1
Botanical Garden

Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Cities in Angola

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 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.
How fast is the internet in Angola?
The average internet speed in Angola is 19 Mbps, which is considered below average by global standards.

Data sources: Basic country data — restcountries.com (CC BY 4.0) · Geography, speed limits, stadiums — Wikidata (CC0) · Zoos, botanical gardens, hospitals — OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · GNI per capita — World Bank (CC BY 4.0) · UNESCO World Heritage — UNESCO WHC · Climate — Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)

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