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Sunday 12 July Independence Day in São Tomé and Príncipe
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This article summarizes the historical background of São Tomé and Príncipe in celebration of its national Independence Day. The territory was originally settled by Portuguese explorers in the late 15th century, who utilized the fertile land for sugar production through the use of forced labor. Following a political shift in Portugal known as the Carnation Revolution, the islands finally achieved sovereign status on July 12, 1975. The source notes that this nation currently stands as the second-smallest country on the African continent. In addition to these historical facts, the publication highlights various global headlines ranging from international conflicts to celebrity news and sports updates.