Industrial panorama
- World position by industrial production
- #186
- Industrial added value
- 3100M USD
- of which manufacturing industry
- 2100M USD
- Area
- 0.410,000 km²
- Population
- 5310,000 inhabitants.
- Official language
- English
Main industrial sectors
Fish processing and canning
Tuna and small pelagic canning and freezing factories, mainly in São Vicente and Santiago, constitute the largest export of manufactured products.
Drinks
The production of beer, soft drinks, bottled water and rum meets the domestic market and diaspora demand.
Construction and building materials
Housing, tourist developments, ports and airports drive construction, with local production of concrete and aggregates.
Clothing and light industries
Clothing and footwear assemblies and small metal and furniture workshops meet internal demand.
Renewable energy and utilities
Wind, solar and storage projects, along with water desalination, are a growing part of the island's economy.
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- Industrial added value (2025)
- 3 100 M USD
- of which manufacturing (2025)
- 2 100 M USD
- World industrial ranking
- #186
- Area
- 0.4 10 000 km²
- Population
- 53 10,000 inhabitants.
- Key sectors
- Fish processing and canning, Beverages, Construction and building materials, Clothing and light industries, Renewable energy and utilities
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FAQ
What are the most important industrial sectors in Cape Verde?
The most important industrial sectors in Cape Verde are: Fish processing and canning, Beverages, Construction and building materials, Clothing and light industries, Renewable energy and public services.
What are the main opportunities for companies in Cape Verde?
The industry in Cape Verde is based on Fish processing and canning, Beverages, Construction and building materials, Clothing and light industries, Renewable energy and public services; local companies can build on these strengths to capture domestic and regional demand.
Where does this data come from and how often is it updated?
The data comes from the World Bank's World Development Indicators (2025 edition, updated in ) and is renewed annually.
What are the main challenges of the industrial sector in Cape Verde?
As in many economies, Cape Verde seeks to deepen the added value of the manufacturing industry and regional integration; details vary by industry.
Source: World Bank, World Development Indicators (2025 data, updated in ). Industrial value added = mining + manufacturing industry + electricity/gas/water + construction, in current dollars. Last update：2026-10-13