Africa/Middle Africa
Angola
Luanda
36.2 Mio
1 246 700 km²
Angolan kwanza
Coastal
Portuguese
Historical Events
1483 - Portuguese Relations with Kongo
Portuguese explorers established relations with the Kingdom of Kongo.
16th century - Portuguese Colonization
The Portuguese began colonizing the coast of Angola during the 16th century.
1961 - Anti-Colonial Struggle Begins
A protracted anti-colonial struggle against Portuguese rule started in Angola.
1975 - Independence from Portugal
Angola achieved independence from Portugal, becoming a one-party republic.
1975 - Civil War Erupts
After independence, Angola descended into a devastating civil war.
2002 - End of Civil War
The civil war in Angola ended, leading to a more stable constitutional republic.