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Angola geography facts

Angola is a country or territory in Middle Africa. Its capital is Luanda, and its currency is Angolan kwanza.

Official name
Republic of Angola
Capital
Luanda
Region
Africa
Subregion
Middle Africa
Currency
Angolan kwanza
Languages
Portuguese
Land neighbours
Congo, DR Congo, Zambia, Namibia
Area
1,246,700 km²
Landlocked
No
Calling code
+244
Internet domain
.ao

Quick answers about Angola

What is the capital of Angola?

The capital of Angola is Luanda.

What currency is used in Angola?

Angola uses Angolan kwanza.

Where is Angola?

Angola is in Middle Africa, within Africa.

What languages are spoken in Angola?

The reference languages listed for Angola are Portuguese.

Which countries border Angola?

Angola shares listed land borders with Congo, DR Congo, Zambia, Namibia.

Is Angola landlocked?

No. Angola is not landlocked.

States and provinces in Angola

Sources and review

Facts were last reviewed on 13 September 2026. Boundaries and state/province names use Natural Earth. Country reference fields use the Countries dataset. India boundary presentation follows the project’s stated Survey of India reference.

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