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Angola Country
Culture and Traditions 1. The Cultural Origins of Angola Are tied traditions of the Bantu peoples and the ancient kingdom of Kongo. 2. Angola became a key colony in the growing Portuguese empire after 1500, But for most of the years of its domain Portuguese exerted little culture influence. 3. A small but important minority of mystic’s (Portuguese- Africans) live in larger cities. 4. Portuguese is the country’s official Language and the majority of Angolans are Roman Catholics. 5. Angolans Combine some traditional beliefs with their Christianity. 6. The Traditional Arts of Angola have played an important part in cultural rituals marking passages birth, death. 7. There are smaller numbers of Protestants. 8. Many buildings in Angola record the cultural contributions of the Portuguese. 9. The later construction of many costal forts corresponds to the area’s trade. 10. The Church of Santiago was built in the 16th century.
Foods Facts 1-10 1. Angolan Eat calulu (dried Fish or meat layered with fresh fish or meat, onion, tomatoes, Okra and sweet Potato leaves). 2. Chicken Muambra (seasoned with palm oil hash). 3. Muferede Cacuso (fish Seasoned with Pepper and Lemon). 4. Farofa (cooked manioc flour). 5. Angolan river fish, kakusso, served with beans and cooked in palm oil. 6. Calulu It is dried fish or meat layered with fresh fish or fresh meat onions, tomatoes, okra and sweet potato leaves. 7. Angola produces bananas, sugar cane, coffee, sisal, corn, cotton, manioc (tapioca), plantains, and livestock. 8. Half the country’s food is important but it’s not good to feed them more than half million people. 9. Angolans make use of their abundant fresh and salt water fish. One dish, Calulu, combines fresh and dried fish. 10. A favorite Dish among Angolans is cabidela, chickens blood eaten with rice and casqva dough.
Main Religion Facts 1-10 1. Christianity is the main religion of the majority, with the Roman Catholic as of 1998. About 15% of the population are the protestants denominations; the largest Methodist, Baptist, Congregations (united Church Of crist), and the Assemblies of god. 2. The Angolan Religion is Indigenous beliefs. 3. Traditional Beliefs 47% 4. Roman Catholic 38% 5. Protestants 15% 6. In A study Assessing nation’s levels of religious regulation and persecution with scores ranging from 0-10 where 0 represented low levels of regulation of religion or persecution, Angola was scored 0.8 on government regulation of religion. 0 on government favoritism of religion and 0 on religious persecution. 7. A small portion of the countries rural population practices animism or traditional indigenous religion. 8. There is a small Islamic community based around migrants from West Africa. 9. Foreign missionaries were very active prior to independence in 1975. 10. The major protestant denominations
How Does Your Country Angola relate to the United States? (1-10) 1. Angola and the United States work hard to better standards for people. 2. Angola And USA both fight for their human right abuses. 3. US Assist Angola in the field of health services and diseases Control. 4. US assist for food Peace program for 30 million. 5. Angola Currently the second biggest trading partner I sub-Saharan Africa of the US. 6. In May 2007 the council on the foreign relations said few African countries are more important to US interests than Angola (1). 7. At the energy Based U.S trading relationship continues to expand and spark other ties. 8. A sister city relationship between Lafayette, Louisiana and Cabinda and between Houston, Texas and Luanda. 9. The Catholic university has close links has A number of American Institutions and has received support from the Angola educational Assistance Fund, A US Non-Profit, Organization Organized by citizens energy of Boston. 10. Son Angol has a long lasting program of educating it’s professionals in U.S Universities Complementing chevrons policy of U.S training for its own growing pool of Angolan Professionals.
Industries Facts petroleum; diamonds, iron ore, phosphates, feldspar, bauxite, uranium, and gold; cement; basic metal products; fish processing; food processing, brewing, tobacco products, sugar; textiles; ship repair
Economy Facts Economy Angola's high growth rate is driven by its oil sector, which has taken advantage of high international oil prices. Oil production and its supporting activities contribute about 85% of GDP. Increased oil production supported growth averaging more than 15% per year from 2004 to 2007. A postwar reconstruction boom and resettlement of displaced persons has led to high rates of growth in construction and agriculture as well. Much of the country's infrastructure is still damaged or undeveloped from the 27-year-long civil war Labor force - by occupation: agriculture: 85% industry and services: 15% (2003 est.) Exchange Rates kwanza (AOA) per US dollar - 75.023 (2008 est.), 76.6 (2007), 80.4 (2006), 88.6 (2005), 83.541 (2004)
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Argriculture Facts bananas, sugarcane, coffee, sisal, corn, cotton, manioc (tapioca), tobacco, vegetables, plantains; livestock; forest products; fish bananas, sugarcane, coffee, sisal, corn, cotton, manioc (tapioca), tobacco, vegetables, plantains; livestock; forest products; fish
Geography Located on the West coast of Southern Africa, Angola was under colonial rule until November 11, 1975, date on which it became an independent nation. It extends over an area of 1,246,700 Km2. The country is divided into 18 provinces, being Luanda the capital. With a total of 4,837 Km long borderline, Angola is bordered with Congo-Brazzaville at the Northern province of Cabinda, the Democratic Republic of Congo (former Zare) to the North and East, Zambia to the East, and Namibia to the South. Angola has an Atlantic Ocean coastline of 1,650 Km long. The country’s major ports include Luanda, Lobito, and Namibe. The country’s highest peak is Mount Moco, 2,620 m high, located in Huambo province. With a privileged continental hydrographic system, Angola’s main rivers are Kwanza, Zire, Cunene, and Cubango. Kwanza (Kz) is national currency. Statistics Population: 11,177,537 (July 1999 est.) Hope of Life: Men 45 years; Women 48 years Age structure: 0-14 years: 45% (male 2,545,006; female 2,473,732) 15-64 years: 52% (male 2,938,178; female 2,909,844) 65 years and over: 3% (male 143,074; female 167,703) (1999 est.) Population growth rate: 2.84% (1999 est.) Birth rate: 43.11 births/1,000 Population (1999 est.) Death rate: 16.35 deaths/1,000 Population (1999 est.) Net migration rate: 1.6 migrants)/1,000 Population (1999 est.) Sex ratio: at birth: 1.05 males)/female under 15 years: 1.03 males)/female 15-64 years: 1.01 males)/female 65 years and over: 0.85 males)/female total Population: 1.01 males)/female (1999 est.) Nationality: noun: Angolans adjective: Angolan Ethnic groups: Ovimbundu 37%, Kimbundu 25%, Bakongo 13%, mestico (mixed European and Native African) 2%, European 1%, other 22% Religions: indigenous beliefs 47%, Roman Catholic 38%, Protestant 15% (1998 est.) Languages: Portuguese (official), Bantu and other African languages Literacy: definition: age 15 and over can read and write Total Population: 42% male: 56% female: 28% ((1998 est.) Infant mortality rate: 129.19 deaths/1,000 live births (1999 est.) Life expectancy at birth: total Population: 48.39 years male: 46.08 years female: 50.82 years (1999 est.) Total fertility rate: 6.12 children born/woman (1999 est.) Useful information Airports: Angola has an excellent airport system covering the entire country. The system is open to international traffic through 4 de Fevereiro International Airport in Luanda. Customs: Upon arrival at Luanda, the passenger may choose either the green route, if he or she has nothing to declare, or the red route, if he or she carries items subject to customs fees. Items for personal effects are tax free. Health: A vaccination certificate for yellow fever is required to enter the country. Well equipped clinics are available for visitors requiring immediate health care. Driver’s License: An international and local driver’s license is required to drive in the country. Languages: Portuguese is the official language Visa Info: Visas To enter Angola visitors must obtain a visa at the country of origin’s Angolan consular office. A passport size picture, a valid passport, and a completed application form must be submitted. Telephones: A land system operator and two cellular phone operators exist in the country, enabling easy domestic and international calls. Time: The time, GMT/UTC, is unchanged throughout the year.
