Cape Verde, or Cabo Verde, is an archipelago off the coast of West Africa, known for its Creole Portuguese culture, music like Morna and Coladeira, and the famous singer Cesária Évora. The islands offer diverse landscapes from volcanic mountains to white-sand beaches. Praia, on Santiago, is the capital, but each island has its own character, from the wind-swept beauty of Sal to the lushness of Santo Antão. Tourism, fishing, and remittances from abroad are central to the economy, with a focus on sustainable development.