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/Kigali |
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.
Ndola is the third largest city in Zambia, located in the southern part of the country's Copperbelt Province, and is one of Zambia's major economic centers. As the capital of the Copperbelt Province, Ndola has become a core base for copper mining, smelting and processing based on its rich mineral resources, and has a diversified economic structure of manufacturing, agriculture and commerce. Conveniently located, the city is an important transportation hub connecting Zambia with neighboring countries such as the Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola, with the Ndola International Airport and a number of major highways. Ndola is also known for its rich historical and cultural heritage, with attractions such as the Ndola Museum, St. Guido's Church, and the natural beauty of its surroundings, making it a gateway city for exploring Zambia's Copperbelt region.