Time Zone |
Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Africa/Lusaka |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
São Tomé and Príncipe is an island country in west-central Africa, consisting of the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe and the surrounding islets, with the capital, São Tomé, located in the northeastern part of São Tomé. Located on the Gulf of Guinea, about 200 kilometers from the African continent, the country was colonized by Portugal in the 15th century and became independent in 1975, with Portuguese as the official language and an economy based on agriculture (cocoa, palm oil) and tourism. It should be noted that "Java" is not a city or region of the country; Java is the main island of Indonesia, with cities such as Jakarta and Surabaya, and has nothing to do with São Tomé and Príncipe, possibly due to a confusion of names.
Kabwe is an important city in Zambia's Northern Province, located in the north-central part of the country, about 120 kilometers from the capital, Lusaka, and is one of the economic and transportation hubs of the Northern Province. The city's agricultural industry is the main industry, and the surrounding areas are rich in corn, soybean and cotton, and the livestock industry is also more developed, providing a large number of local employment opportunities. Located in the central highlands of Zambia, Chimbe has a pleasant climate with an average annual temperature of around 20°C. The surrounding area is rich in natural resources, including forests and wildlife. Despite its small size, as a node connecting neighboring towns, Chumbe plays an important role in regional trade. The local culture is diverse, incorporating the traditional practices of several Zambian tribes, attracting travelers interested in African culture to explore the area.