Vice President of Angola facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Vice President of theRepublic of Angola |
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| Term length | 5 years, renewable once |
| Inaugural holder | Fernando da Piedade Dias dos Santos |
| Formation | 18 February 2010 |
| Salary | 843,371.06 Kwanzas annually |
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The Vice President of Angola is a very important job in the country of Angola. Think of them as the president's main helper or second-in-command. The Vice President is chosen by the President and helps them lead the country. This position was created in 2010 when Angola got a new constitution, which is like a rulebook for how the country is run.
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Understanding the Vice President's Role
The Vice President works closely with the President to make sure the government runs smoothly. They help with important decisions and can step in if the President is unable to do their job. It's a big responsibility that helps keep Angola stable and moving forward.
How a Vice President is Chosen
In Angola, the Vice President is not elected directly by the people. Instead, they are chosen by the President. This means the President picks someone they trust to work alongside them and support their plans for the country.
Term Length and Responsibilities
A Vice President in Angola serves for five years. They can also be chosen again for another five-year term. Their main job is to assist the President and carry out tasks given to them. This can include representing Angola at events, helping with government projects, and advising the President on different issues.
People Who Have Been Vice President of Angola
Since the position was created in 2010, several important people have served as Vice President of Angola. Here's a look at who they are and when they served:
| No. | Vice President | Took office | Left office | Time in office | Party | President | Ref | |
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| 1 | Fernando da Piedade Dias dos Santos (born 1950) |
18 February 2010 | 25 September 2012 | 2 years, 220 days | MPLA | José Eduardo dos Santos | ||
| 2 | Manuel Vicente (born 1956) |
26 September 2012 | 25 September 2017 | 4 years, 364 days | MPLA | José Eduardo dos Santos | ||
| 3 | Bornito de Sousa (born 1953) |
26 September 2017 | 14 September 2022 | 4 years, 353 days | MPLA | João Lourenço | ||
| 4 | Esperança da Costa (born 1961) |
15 September 2022 | Incumbent | 2 years, 284 days | MPLA | João Lourenço |
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See also
In Spanish: Vicepresidente de Angola para niños
- Angola
- President of Angola
- List of presidents of Angola
- Prime Minister of Angola
- List of prime ministers of Angola
