São Tomé and Príncipe — safety, economy, culture and news on one page

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    São Tomé and Príncipe

    São Tomé and Príncipe at a glance

    Capital city

    São Tomé

    Population

    236K

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    Cost of living (monthly, one person)

    $850/month (Local Data, 2025)

    Freedom score

    Free, score 84/100 (Freedom House, 2024)

    Safety (Global Peace Index)

    Data not available — please verify directly at https://www.economicsandpeace.org/ (IEP, 2024)

    Language

    Portuguese

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    People & culture

    The nation remains a peaceful sanctuary with a small, welcoming population of approximately 236,000 people. The culture is deeply rooted in music and community, offering a rare sense of safety and belonging.