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Vice President of the
Republic of Angola
Emblem of Angola.svg
Esperança da Costa - 1st Session of the OACPS-EU Joint Parliamentary Assembly (cropped).jpg
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. 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.

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
1
Fernando da Piedade Dias dos Santos
Santos, FernandoFernando 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
Vicente, ManuelManuel Vicente
(born 1956)
26 September 2012 25 September 2017 4 years, 364 days MPLA José Eduardo dos Santos
3
Bornito de Sousa
Sousa, BornitoBornito de Sousa
(born 1953)
26 September 2017 14 September 2022 4 years, 353 days MPLA João Lourenço
4
Esperança da Costa
da Costa, EsperançaEsperança da Costa
(born 1961)
15 September 2022 Incumbent 2 years, 284 days MPLA João Lourenço

See also

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