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Recently, the President of India is on a four-day state visit to Angola, the first by an Indian President.Â
About Angola
- Location: It is located on the southwestern Atlantic Coast of Africa.
- Bordering Countries: It is bordered by the Republic of the Congo (Northwest), Democratic Republic of the Congo (North & Northeast), Zambia (Southeast) and Namibia (South)
- Maritime Boundary: It shares a border with the Atlantic Ocean.
- Capital City: Luanda
Geographical Features of Angola
- Major rivers: Cuango River and Cuanza River, vital for hydropower and inland water transport.
- Water Falls:Â The largest is the Calandula Waterfalls (also known as the Kalandula Falls) on the Lucala River.Â
- Highest peak: Mount Moco, the tallest mountain in Angola.
- Climate: It has a tropical climate with a marked dry season. The climate is largely affected by the northward flow of the cold Benguela Current off the coast, and elevation.
- Natural Resources: Petroleum, diamonds, iron ore, phosphates, copper, feldspar, gold, bauxite, uranium.
Source: News On Air
Angola FAQs
Q1: What is the capital of Angola?
Ans: Luanda
Q2: What is the official language of Angola?
Ans: Portuguese
