The flag of Angola features two equal horizontal bands of red and black, with a yellow emblem at its centre. This emblem consists of a five-pointed star within the hoist-side facing half of a cogwheel that is crossed on its lower end by a machete.

Angola

Republic of Angola

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Angola (officially Republic of Angola) is an independent country located in Middle Africa, Africa. With a population of 36,170,961 people, it ranks #41 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 1,246,700 km² (#24 globally), with a population density of 29 people per km². The capital city is Luanda. The official language is Portuguese.

Key Facts

Population

36,170,961

#41 world ranking

Area

1,246,700 km²

#24 world ranking

Population Density

29/km²

Capital

Luanda

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC+01:00

Continent

Africa

Bordering Countries

4

neighboring countries

Calling Code

+244

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Angola?
The capital of Angola is Luanda.
What is the population of Angola?
Angola has a population of 36,170,961 people, ranking #41 in the world by population.
How big is Angola?
Angola covers an area of 1,246,700 km², ranking #24 in the world by area. The population density is 29 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Angola?
The official languages of Angola are: Portuguese.
What is the currency of Angola?
The currency of Angola is Angolan kwanza (Kz).
What countries border Angola?
Angola shares borders with 4 countries: DR Congo, Namibia, Zambia, Republic of the Congo.

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