This article lists the prime ministers of Cape Verde, an island country in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of West Africa, since the establishment of the office of prime minister in 1975. Pedro Pires was the first person to hold the office, taking effect on 8 July 1975. The incumbent is Ulisses Correia e Silva, having taken office on 22 April 2016. List of officeholders Political parties Notes Timeline See also Cape Verde List of presidents of Cape Verde List of colonial governors of Cape Verde Lists of office-holders List of current heads of state and government References External links Official Website World Statesmen – Cape Verde Government of Cape Verde Cape Verde Prime Ministers