How many islands make up cape verde?

Cape Verde is an archipelago comprising ten volcanic islands in the central Atlantic Ocean. The islands are situated about 570 kilometers off the coast of West Africa. The islands are divided into two groups: the Barlavento Islands and the Sotavento Islands. The Barlavento Islands include Santo Antão, São Vicente, Santa Luzia, São Nicolau, and Sal. The Sotavento Islands include Boa Vista, Maio, Santiago, Fogo, and Brava. The total land area of Cape Verde is approximately 4,033 square kilometers.