Immigrants in Cape Verde
Cape Verde is an archipelago located off the coast of West Africa. Despite its small size and population, Cape Verde has a long history of immigration due to its strategic location and historical ties to Portugal.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Cape Verde was a major hub for transatlantic shipping and many immigrants from Europe, Africa, and the Americas passed through the islands. Portuguese immigrants, in particular, played a significant role in the economic and social development of Cape Verde, with many settling on the islands and marrying local women.
More recently, Cape Verde has experienced a wave of immigration from neighboring countries in West Africa, particularly Senegal and Guinea-Bissau. Many of these immigrants work in the service sector, construction, and agriculture.
Overall, immigrants have contributed to the cultural and economic diversity of Cape Verde, although like in many other countries, immigration has also been a source of social and political tension at times.
