Vice President of Angola facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Vice President of the Republic of Angola
Emblem of Angola
Incumbent Esperança da Costa since 15 September 2022
Term length	5 years, renewable once
Inaugural holder	Fernando da Piedade Dias dos Santos
Formation	18 February 2010
Salary	843,371.06 Kwanzas annually

The Vice President of Angola is a very important job in the country of Angola. This person is the second-highest leader, right after the President. The Vice President helps the President and is chosen by them. This position was created in 2010 when Angola got a new constitution.

What Does a Vice President Do?

The Vice President's main role is to support the President. They step in if the President cannot do their job. They also help with many important tasks for the country. This includes working on government plans and representing Angola. The Vice President serves for a term of five years. They can be chosen again for one more term.

Who Has Been Vice President of Angola?

Since the position was created in 2010, four people have served as Vice President. Each one has played a key role in Angola's government.

First Vice President: Fernando da Piedade Dias dos Santos

Fernando da Piedade Dias dos Santos was Angola's first Vice President.

The first Vice President of Angola was Fernando da Piedade Dias dos Santos. He started his term on February 18, 2010. He served under President José Eduardo dos Santos. His time as Vice President ended on September 25, 2012.

Second Vice President: Manuel Vicente

Manuel Vicente served as Vice President from 2012 to 2017.

After Fernando da Piedade Dias dos Santos, Manuel Vicente became the second Vice President. He took office on September 26, 2012. Manuel Vicente also served alongside President José Eduardo dos Santos. His term finished on September 25, 2017.

Third Vice President: Bornito de Sousa

Bornito de Sousa was Vice President from 2017 to 2022.

The third person to hold the Vice President role was Bornito de Sousa. He began his term on September 26, 2017. Bornito de Sousa served under President João Lourenço. He completed his time as Vice President on September 14, 2022.

Current Vice President: Esperança da Costa

Esperança da Costa is the current Vice President of Angola.

The current Vice President of Angola is Esperança da Costa. She started her term on September 15, 2022. She serves alongside President João Lourenço. As of July 2025, she continues to hold this important position.

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  The Emblem of Angola is a national symbol.

See also

In Spanish: Vicepresidente de Angola para niños

• Angola
• President of Angola
• List of presidents of Angola