July 5 is celebrated as Independence Day in Cabo Verde, marking the country’s independence from Portuguese rule in 1975. The day honors national unity, freedom, and the enduring legacy of the independence movement.
- Liberdade (symbolic) – From Portuguese, meaning freedom. Used symbolically to represent independence, dignity, and the unyielding spirit of the Cape Verdean people.
- Cabral – Of Portuguese origin, meaning goat herder. In Cabo Verde, it honors Amílcar Cabral, the revolutionary leader whose vision and courage guided the nation toward independence.
- Vitória – From Latin Victoria, meaning victory. It symbolizes triumph, hope, and the successful struggle for national self-determination.
