The União Nacional para a Independência Total de Angola (UNITA) is a political party in Angola founded in 1966. It emerged as a key player in the struggle for independence from Portuguese colonial rule and later became a significant force during the Angolan Civil War, which lasted from 1975 to 2002. UNITA was initially a guerrilla movement and has since transitioned into a political party. UNITA's founder, Jonas Savimbi, led the organization for many years, advocating for the rights of the Angolan people. After the civil war, UNITA became a legal political party and has participated in national elections, aiming to promote democracy and development in Angola.