How many inhabited islands are part of Cabo Verde?

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Cabo Verde consists of nine inhabited islands. The archipelago is geographically divided into two groups:

Barlavento (Windward) Islands: This group includes Santo Antão, São Vicente, São Nicolau, Sal, and Boa Vista. Note that Santa Luzia is also part of this group but is uninhabited.1
Sotavento (Leeward) Islands: This group includes Maio, Santiago, Fogo, and Brava.1