CA Country Anthems

Sao Tome and Principe National Anthem History

Independência Total

São Tomé and Príncipe adopted "Independência total" as its national anthem in 1975, coinciding with its independence from Portugal. The anthem's lyricist later held several prominent governmental and cultural positions.

Sao Tome and Principe Independência Total

Sao Tome and Principe

Language
Portuguese
Anthem
Independência Total
Duration
2:05
Status
"Independência total" remains the national anthem of São Tomé and Príncipe today.

History timeline

  1. 1975

    São Tomé and Príncipe gained total independence from Portugal.

  2. 1975

    "Independência total" was officially adopted as the new national anthem.

  3. Post-1975

    Lyricist Alda Neves da Graça do Espírito Santo served in various high-level government and cultural roles.

The lyricist of "Independência total," Alda Neves da Graça do Espírito Santo, held prominent governmental positions including Minister of Education and President of the National Assembly after independence.