Angola
Angola, officially known as the Republic of Angola, is a country in the west coast of south-central Africa. He is the seventh-largest country in Africa, covering an area of approximately 1,246,700 square kilometers. Angola is bordered by Namibia to the south,
Zambia to the east, the
Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north and northeast, and the
Atlantic Ocean to the west. The exclave province of
Cabinda also borders the
Republic of the Congo to the north.
The capital and largest city of Angola is Luanda, which serves as the country's main port and economic hub. Angola has a diverse population, comprising various ethnic groups, with the
Ovimbundu,
Ambundu, and
Bakongo (Kongo) being among the largest.
Portuguese is the official language.
Contrary to popular belief, Angola actually never banned Islam, that was a hoax. However, due to a low number of the
Islamic community and Angola's religion law, which only permits a religious congregation if said community has at least 100,000 member/adherents in Angola and is present in 12 of 18 provinces, (
Kebabs only present on few places and numbered about 90,000),
Islam is not yet legal in Angola and it frequently shuts down random mosques. Therefore one could argue it still is a kebab remover but actually it didn't ban
Kebab nor has a hatred towards kebabs since it also stopped many
Christian congregations and churches, too.
History[edit | edit source]
Angolan Civil War[edit | edit source]
Between 1992 September 29 and 30, Angola holds his first multiparty elections. The elections were marred by accusations of fraud and led to the resurgence of civil war between the People's Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) and
National Union for the Total Independence of Angola (UNITA). And in October, renewed fighting breaks out between
MPLA and
UNITA again. The
MPLA government won out as in 1993, January, the
United States officially recognizes it. And on June, the
United Nations imposes sanctions on
UNITA for perpetuating the Angolan civil war and repeated violations of peace agreements, illegal diamond trade and human right violations.
On 1994 November 20, the Lusaka Protocol is signed, aiming to end the civil war. The agreement includes provisions for disarmament and the integration of
UNITA soldiers into the national army. But this is no use as in 1998, conflict was renewed and fighting resumes as both sides accuse each other of failing to comply with the
Lusaka Protocol. In 1999 December, the UN gives up and withdraws his peacekeeping mission due to continued hostilities.
On 2002 February 22, UNITA leader
Jonas Savimbi is killed by government forces.
Finally on April 4 2002, a ceasefire agreement is signed, effectively ending the civil war.
Post-War[edit | edit source]
In 2004 April, the government launches a nationwide disarmament campaign to reduce the number of illegal weapons. On 2006 August 1, the government and the separatist group Front for the Liberation of the Enclave of Cabinda (FLEC) sign a peace agreement to end the conflict in the
Cabinda province.
In 2008, September 5, Angola holds his first legislative elections since 1992. The MPLA wins a majority. 2010 February 5 saw Angola adopting a new constitution, strengthening the powers of the president. On 2012 August 31, general elections are held. The
MPLA wins, and
José Eduardo dos Santos remains president.
In 2013, in sports events, Angola hosts the Africa Cup of Nations for Basketball, showcasing his growing role in African sports. In 2014 April, The government launches a national campaign to combat malnutrition and improve food security. In 2017 August 23,
João Lourenço is elected president, succeeding
José Eduardo dos Santos, who had been in power for 38 years. On September 26,
João Lourenço is officially inaugurated as president.
In 2018, there was a corruption crackdown which saw president Lourenço initiates a campaign to fight corruption, including investigations into the state oil company
Sonangol Group. In 2019 April, Angola enacts new laws to protect the rights of citizens and promote media freedom.
Like the rest of the world, Angola faced the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The government implements lockdowns and health measures to control the spread of the virus. 2021 had economic reforms, the government continues to implement economic reforms to diversify the economy, reduce dependency on oil, and attract foreign investment. In 2022 August 24, Angola holds general elections. The MPLA wins again, and
João Lourenço is re-elected as president. Angola also celebrates 20 years of peace since the end of the civil war, with nationwide events highlighting the country's progress and challenges.
In 2023, Angola had some infrastructure development, with significant investments in infrastructure projects, including road construction and energy sector improvements. Angola also had some environmental initiatives, aimed at conservation and sustainable development, focusing on protecting his rich biodiversity. In 2024, continued efforts in economic diversification show positive results, with growth in the agricultural, tourism, and technology sectors. Major reforms in education and healthcare sectors to improve access and quality, with a focus on rural areas.
Relations[edit | edit source]
Friends[edit | edit source]
Portugal - My adoptive parent, but stop saying "Angola é Portugal"!
People's Republic of China - Supplier of weapons during meu Angolan Civil War. Now one of meu trade partners and I'm his best friend in Africa. Also thank yuo for expanding my economy.
Russia - Fellow comrade, a supplier of weapons.
Brazil - Fellow
Portuguese speaking friend that is also my frade! HUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUEHUE. Most of his
8balls came from my clay.
Enemies[edit | edit source]
Cabinda - I'm never giving you independence!!!
How to draw[edit | edit source]
![](/images/thumb/3/32/AngolaFlag.png/222px-AngolaFlag.png)
- Draw a ball.
- Fill the top half of the ball with red and the bottom half with red.
- In yellow, draw half of a gear with the inside facing left and a sword crossing through it facing right.
- Draw a yellow star in the space between the gear and the world.
- Add the eyes and yuo done!
Color Name | HEX | |
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Lava | #C8102E | |
Black | #000000 | |
Cyber Yellow | #FFCD00 |