55.7% Roman Catholic 11.8% Other Christian 28.4% Other / Nonreligious
Languages
Portuguese Portuguese based creoles are also spoken.
Geography
São Tomé and Príncipe are two islands off the west coast of central Africa. They are volcanic islands with tropical climates and tropical forests.
Economy
São Tomé and Príncipe have a small economy based mainly on agriculture and non-commercial fishing. Their main export is cocoa beans and they rely heavily on imports.
Interesting Fact
These islands are home to the world’s largest sunbird.
Important Facts
São Tomé and Príncipe were both uninhabited islands discovered by the Portuguese. In the 16th century, the Portuguese settled the islands and started sugar plantations and brought in slaves. São Tomé and Príncipe gained independence on July 12, 1975.
