globalgypsy
Angolan expat in Australia
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Registration: 30 September 2011
Badminton by JJOO
Hi there, Does anyone know where we can play badminton in Luanda Are there any club or association Thanks JJ
Badminton - I have played on a court in Luanda. Seek out expats from Total. They have a badminton court in one of their accommodation complexes and run social games a twice a week when I was there a couple of years ago. GG Read More
Couple considering moving to Luanda by Sabree
Hi there My fiance and I are seriously considering a move to Luanda with his job in the next few months and in view of this I have a few questions which I'd be grateful if anyone who lives there/ has lived there recently could ...
Hi Sabree, A few things. 2hr commute is when there is gridlock during peak hour, presidential movement or when it rains. Also depends on where you are coming from and going to. For example, Belas shopping center to the Marginal takes approx 45 ... Read More
Hi by loklok
my name is Gaby and I live in the Uk. My husband will be moving to Luanda this october. I am very excited and scared at the same time. i am a Beauty Therapist college lecturer and wondering what are the chances to find a job in my field or maybe ...
Forgot another beauty place - Bamboo Imperial (?) a short distance from the Avalade Hotel in Maianga. Read More
Hi by loklok
my name is Gaby and I live in the Uk. My husband will be moving to Luanda this october. I am very excited and scared at the same time. i am a Beauty Therapist college lecturer and wondering what are the chances to find a job in my field or maybe ...
Doubt if you could find them on line in an English based search. Deana Day Spa is one existing place. There are a couple more in Luanda Sul (near the new Casa-dos-fresco at Talatona) and above the old Casa-Dos-fresco next to the Emirates ... Read More
Hi by loklok
my name is Gaby and I live in the Uk. My husband will be moving to Luanda this october. I am very excited and scared at the same time. i am a Beauty Therapist college lecturer and wondering what are the chances to find a job in my field or maybe ...
Watch the visa issue Gaby. Some very powerful people own day spas in Luanda and might not take too kindly with having a competitor. tread very lightly........ Read More
find a job in Angola by bob daiss
hey julien i'm bob daiss i live in lebanon i'm 20 years old i wanna come to angola and find a job there so if u can help me i will be so glad :) and thx
Careful nambianmum......what is your visa? On a residential visa if you are caught working you will be deported and wont be allowed back in. If you want a change to a working visa, Our advice was you need to cancel your residential visa - leave ... Read More
What do expat wives do in their free time by Namibianmom
Just wondering, what activities are there in Luanda? Any interesting classes or group activities?
Thanks for the offer nambianmom. Sadly cannot dive (bad ears). Also we have just made the great escape out of Angola for good. Enjoy your time in Angola, for me I would much prrfer Namibia - love that country and it's people. GG Read More
What do expat wives do in their free time by Namibianmom
Just wondering, what activities are there in Luanda? Any interesting classes or group activities?
Tennis courts, basketball courts and a usable pool........Oh I dream of those things.......:) Thoroughly recommend the field group. We have had some very insightful nights there learning about many things. The field trips are not to be missed if ... Read More
What do expat wives do in their free time by Namibianmom
Just wondering, what activities are there in Luanda? Any interesting classes or group activities?
Plan their next trip out.......... Most compounds will have social groups that do charity work, learn photography, go on internal tours, organize social balls, do yoga, craft work etc. One such organization is TICA (The International Community of ... Read More
Television for Angola by Tony_Lisboa
Good morning We are living in France but we have some family in Angola (Sumbe). We have the plan to live in Angola within a few years. my question is very basic; I would like to buy a TV and bring it in Angola. what are the requirements? Is it ...
A couple of years ago buying a TV here would have been very expensive. Today not so. I'd check closer to when you are planning to move here to see what the local TV prices are at that time. Mind you buying locally is still not a guarantee that ... Read More
Surfing in Angola by Jeremy1
Hello all! I'm moving out to Luanda in October to work for 16 months and wondered if any of you guys are surfers or have friends who surf. There is information online about the surf scene in Angola, but I would be interested to hear from anyone ...
can i drive there with a regular sedan or i need a 4*4 ?Normal car can get there no problems. Just watch the rocks. GG Read More
Television for Angola by Tony_Lisboa
Good morning We are living in France but we have some family in Angola (Sumbe). We have the plan to live in Angola within a few years. my question is very basic; I would like to buy a TV and bring it in Angola. what are the requirements? Is it ...
I guess you will need to find out some technical details on the signal broadcast of TPA to see if it is covered by the spectrum of the TV you are buying. Also check if TPA is PAL or NTSC format and if your TV can handle the formats (most modern ones ... Read More
Surfing in Angola by Jeremy1
Hello all! I'm moving out to Luanda in October to work for 16 months and wondered if any of you guys are surfers or have friends who surf. There is information online about the surf scene in Angola, but I would be interested to hear from anyone ...
If you have GPS available - Cabo Ledo can be found by.... (WGS84 datum) Turn off the highway @ 9deg 41' 37.02" S 13deg 12' 42.10"E into a mine. Keep the main section of the mine on your left. Carpark is @ 9 deg 40' 45.19" S 13deg 11' 57.27" ... Read More
Healthcare in Angola by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Angola ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Angola? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Hi Julien, You probably didn't get a response as most expats won't know how the health system works because they don't use it. There is a SOS medical setup for the expat community with most medical conditions being treated out of country. There ... Read More
Help - About to start working in Luanda ): by Ruyi
Hello everyone, I am new here. Just registered like 10 mins ago. I came here with tons of questions and wish you guys could help me (: I am a chinese girl just graduated from college. And my aunty offered me a translator job in Luanda. She is ...
lets be honest here for a minute..... Career development? Not likely in country. Plan on a year or two max then get out. Angolans have a very strong push to create work for their own people and to remove expats and that includes taking over ... Read More
From Malaysia - to work in Angola by small guy
Hi all, I was offered a job in Angola as a rig medic.The company provide accommodation,transport service,free healthcare service and insurance scheme. The problem is I dont know anyone in Angola.A lot of things give doubts to my mind as this is the ...
+1 with what dantrinca said. The company will look after you and your exposure to Angola will be limited. After 2 years in the place believe me, the least you are exposed to it the better. Agree though not as bad as Nigeria but I have talked to ... Read More
Getting into Luanda
You definitely going to need a visa before you travel to Angola. obtaining that documentation will sort out what you require. Don't forget the yellow fever vaccination (and all your other shots). Cannot enter without it or risk having the jab at ... Read More
Is it safe, is the quality of life ok for westerners?
How did you go Graham? Did you end up taking this job? You can PM me if you have and would like further information. I know some the company facilities quite well. ;) Read More
Opening a bank account in Angola by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Angola ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Angola ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services (loans ...
From my experience with the local banks here, I'd advise to limit your exposure with them. They don't always operate to best practice fiscal controls nor accountability. Sure use them for convenience, but keep the amounts small and something you ... Read More