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Country Profile · West Africa
Cabo Verde
Politically stable island archipelago; principal risks are transnational drug transit and low-level urban crime.
- Capital
- Praia
- Region
- West Africa
- Population
- 0.6M
Overall Risk Score
1.0
/ 5
Low
Threat breakdown
Category ratings
Terrorism
Low
Political instability
Low
Conflict zones
Low
Maritime security
Moderate
Cyber threats
Moderate
Travel risk
Low
Travel advice
Exercise normal precautions
Standard duty of care applies. Business travel is generally straightforward. Maintain routine security awareness in urban centres.
Latest incidents
Recent activity
No recent incidents recorded for Cabo Verde in the current window. Country remains under continuous monitoring.
Security recommendations
Operating guidance
- Vet drivers, accommodation and local partners through in-country due diligence; refresh annually.
- Maintain a written crisis management plan aligned to INGO ADVISORY response playbooks; rehearse twice a year.
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