Latest news in Cabo Verde? September 6th, 2026

A tragic road accident occurred on Cabo Verde’s Fogo Island, where a bus carrying students plunged approximately 30 meters down a steep ravine along the road connecting Chã das Caldeiras and Campanas de Cima. Authorities and local reports confirm that at least 21 to 22 people have died, including the driver, with several others injured as rescue operations continue. President José Maria Neves publicly conveyed his condolences to the victims’ families, marking it as one of the deadliest traffic incidents in recent national history. China.org+ 1On the diplomatic and economic front, Cabo Verde and Nigeria announced renewed bilateral efforts to deepen direct trade ties, expand tourism, and strengthen regional air connectivity between the two nations.