Angola, located on the western coast of Southern Africa, is a nation rich in natural resources, cultural diversity, and a complex history. Bordered by Namibia to the south, the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, Zambia to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west, Angola spans a vast territory of over 1.2 million square kilometers, making it the seventh-largest country in Africa.

The country’s history is marked by centuries of colonial rule under Portugal, which began in the late 15th century and lasted until Angola's hard-fought independence in 1975. However, the promise of a peaceful and prosperous future was soon overshadowed by a brutal civil war that erupted shortly after independence. This conflict, lasting until 2002, involved several factions and was fueled by Cold War geopolitics and ... Read More