Hi everyone.
I'm an American living in Paris and have an opportunity to relocate to Dakar for work. I can speak some French but I'm not fluent yet.
I've never been to Africa but I'm hesitant to go to Dakar. Is it safe in Dakar? I hear pickpocketing is rampant but is mugging also? If I move there will I always be in constant fear of being harassed by vendors and being mugged, pick pocketed?
Some insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!