António Mascarenhas Monteiro
António Mascarenhas Monteiro was a prominent Cape Verdean politician who served as the first President of Cape Verde from 1991 to 2001. He played a significant role in the country's transition to democracy following independence from Portugal in 1975. A member of the African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC), Monteiro was instrumental in shaping the political landscape of Cape Verde, promoting economic development and stability. His leadership is remembered for fostering a sense of national identity and pride among the Cape Verdean people.
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Recent news mentions
António Mascarenhas Monteiro won the presidential elections supported by the MpD.
O dia em que a Assembleia se tornou plural
Cabo Verde· 2026-02-25
António Mascarenhas Monteiro was elected as the first president of Cabo Verde in a democratic election.
A Transição para a Democracia em Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2026-01-17
António Mascarenhas Monteiro was the President of the Supreme Court who appointed Benfeito Mosso Ramos to his position.
Benfeito Mosso Ramos, Presidente do Supremo Tribunal de Justiça Uma Vocação Chamada JustiçaCabo Verde· 2025-11-23
António Mascarenhas Monteiro was the President of the Republic who invited Omar Camilo to move to Cabo Verde.
Centro Cultural de Cabo Verde recebe exposição “Nha alma CrioulaCabo Verde· 2025-05-02