MikeyGreen

I recently was successful in an application to work abroad in Angola, working administration for a Portuguese engineering company that operates in the area. I have been supplied with accommodation in the capital Luanda and I am currently undergoing the VISA process, I'm only 19 years old (yeah it's a big step blah blah) but does anyone have knowledge of Angola themselves? I've been told it's relatively safe but are there any specific local customs or things I should be aware of during my time in the country? Many thanks.

johnh009

I worked for a company that has a contract in Angola. Be aware that Luanda is now the most expensive city in the World to live (due to the oil boom) so you need to take this into account (are you going to be in Luanda?). Of course, you will experience the obvious conditions (negative and positive) that comes from working in Africa but you should find everyone fine. In addition to the local people, there will be plenty of Brits, Portuguese, and South Africans to socialise with. Like anywhere else, take the necessary safety precautions and you should be okay there.

Otherwise, at 19, a great life experience and I wish you the best of luck.

nomad4u

I do remember during the marvellous Portaguese era, a beautifull almost deserted Island just off the coast of Luanda called Isla San Tome.Had a bar trade store of sorts,not much else.
Luanda town those days had a rather european feel with the pavement cafes and portaguese wines.Casal Garcia Vino Verde,and the always everywhere Mateus Rose.
I believe the Chinese Commos are sucking up the air,and all the resources all over Angola these days,and treating the locals like slaves.