meganinafrica
South African expat in Saudi Arabia
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South African
Lives in Lubumbashi DRC
Registration: 22 January 2013
Dubai Tour via Road in Mid October 2016 by LRMJ
Hi Respected Members, I am a new member here, planning to visit Dubai via road with my wife for the first time. I have a couple of questions and would like senior members to answer. How to apply for the Dubai visa? What will be the fee? What is ...
Hallo Let me try to help by asking you a few important questions first. What is your Country of Origin? did you apply for multiple entry or single entry visas through the company you are employed with? (In other words, do you have their permission ... Read More
Customer care in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Saudi Arabia ...
Hi This is only my personal opinion and experience, but I have found that in general in shops assistants are either nin-attentive or kverly enthusiastic. They don't seem to be trained in how and when to approach a customer of when to back off. ... Read More
school or private organisation to help my 4yo sister
Where do you live ? If you are in Jubail area I can help you Read More
Essentials to live in Saudi Arabia by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Saudi Arabia, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Saudi Arabia? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you ...
Hi It depends on where. You come from, but everything is readily available, prices are negotiable and good accommodation is very expensive...its really not a bad country to live in :-D Read More
The other side of the Congolese postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
How to describe life in the DRC...not an easy task! We have been fortunate enough to live and travel in many African Countries. or sure, the DRC is the most difficult one to live in and find things to love about it. I will try to explain: Ghana has ... Read More
List of South African Companies in the DRC by dmaloba
Does any one know South African Companies operating or wanting to do business in the DRC?
Hi This is quite a broad question, can you narrow your interest down a bit? As you might know, there are a few Mines around and with that comes all kind of jobs directly associated with Mining (engineers, technicians, construction, fitters turners, ... Read More
Vacancy required in Kolwezi or Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Cong by SHE officer and Nurse
Can anyone assist me in finding a suitable position please? I am a qualified Nurse and have SAMTRAC SHE Officer Certificate and First Aid 3 Certificate. My husband works in Kolwezi therefore I would prefer to be near to him.
Hi there Please also try some of the larger Mines around Kolwezi - they all have on-site clinics and are always looking for qualified people. However, you need to check on what visa you are entering the Country? If you are on a tourist visa, you are ... Read More
Help needed! Import our dog to DRC\Lubumbashi by Anieska
Deal all, expats and Congolese! Our family got a offer in Lubumbashi we would love to take, BUT... We have a BIG dog, bull mastiff (60 kg) we need to import with us of cause. Currently, we are in Mongolia and just been told by professional ...
Hi Anna :D .. we meet here as well! Before you consider driving up with your dog, please check the route (Countries) that you will follow. In Botswana and Zambia your pet will have to be in quarantine for between 6 weeks and 3 months before you can ... Read More
HAI
Hi there I am sorry to tell you that you will not get far on that salary in Lubumbashi, unless you can find shared accommodation and live on just basic food essentials. Because of the Mining industry and large expat community, prices are sky high. ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
Hi Mamy Indeed and indeed any other recruitment agency outside of the DRC do not post many postings in the DRC. Although it is worth a try do do anything possible, your best bet is to get here first and then look for a job. Here 'who you know' ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
One more thing of interest/importance: Although the local currency is the Congolese Franc, US Dollar reigns supreme and can be used at the airport (preferred), to shop with, even on the local markets, in restaurants, hotels and to pay membership ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
For all of you subscribing to this forum, let me share some other points of importance for when you come to the DRC (Lubumbashi0; 1) Make sure that you have contact details for somebody in the DRC written down, especially if you do not speak ... Read More
Pets- bring them along or get some there? by The Robert Fam
Has anyone moved with their pets? Does anyone know of Ridgebacks, Boerbels, cats? Animal shelters? Would love some guidance :-)
Hi again The weather here is not bad, so your dog will be fine! This time of the year is the 'dry season'. When you fly in it will look like a desert town from the air and quite dusty...but do not despair, the big rain comes from middle October and ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
Thanks for that Andrea :-) We also lived in Zambia (and Ghana and Tanzania and traveled Africa in our Land Cruiser for about 1 year), but the DRC is in a different league when it comes to tough conditions and our Western Expectations. This is the ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
Hi all subscribing to this forum I have decided to start a training facility for home personnel and to supply cleaning, gardening and nanny services to anybody who has the need. I will take in people to train 'off the streets' but will also ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
Hi Emelie I will reply on here, because the info can be valuable to others as well and then I will respond to your personal e-mail :-) Things to know when looking for a house in L'ishi: a) Most areas are safe to live in and most houses have high ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
Hi Emelie Welcome to Lubumbashi! Once you arrive, please contact me on meganinafrica1@gmail.com which will also show my local phone number. There are a few expat ladies who have coffee together or ladies lunches, to which I will then invite you. ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
Social networking is B_I_G in Lubumbashi :-). The best places to meet people are at the cultural clubs (The Greek Club, Belgium Club, Planet Holybum etc). They are all in one area - Av Lubumba near Carrefour. There is also a Golf Club, Horse Riding ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
Lubumbashi is very safe to stay in , regardless of all the rumours about fighting. There are many security firms in town, but usualy round the clock security is supplied and paid for by the Company that will employ you over here. Cleaning staff, ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
Housing in Lubumbashi: Please check the ad I have posted regarding 3 bedroom luxury apartments to rent - it might be a good option for you. If you contact me, I will send you the telephone numbers of 4 commissionares (agents) who can assist you in ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
Hi I have tried to share all info on the blog, but the blog does not allow such long replies. Maybe a problem with my internet rather, I dont now... There is not many people in Lubumbashi rea who read the blog, so advertising on it is almost ... Read More
Safe housing areas/ finding home personnel/ transportation by The Robert Fam
Greetings all, We are an American couple moving to DRC by year's end. In trying to locate adequate housing we've come across different quarters, i.e., Boudouin, Golf, Industrial. I've also noticed housing does not appear to come with pools. We've ...
hi please send me a personal mail on meganinafrica1@gmail.com I can help you with most of what you want to know about L'ishi but the blog does not allow such a long reply. Regards megan Read More
Pets- bring them along or get some there? by The Robert Fam
Has anyone moved with their pets? Does anyone know of Ridgebacks, Boerbels, cats? Animal shelters? Would love some guidance :-)
Hi again Pedigree dogs are rare here and quite often dogs and cats are eaten, so no animal shelters anywhere. Once in the DRC, post an advertisement on the notice boards at supermarkets to say you want a specific breed of dog, cat, whatever. Expats ... Read More
Pets- bring them along or get some there? by The Robert Fam
Has anyone moved with their pets? Does anyone know of Ridgebacks, Boerbels, cats? Animal shelters? Would love some guidance :-)
Hi there It is quite easy to bring your pets to the DRC - they require all the injections, but do not need to go into quarantine. There are loads of puppies, pigs, ducks, geese, chickens and rabbits here if you prefer and they are not very expensive ... Read More
Enquiry by MANOJ KUMAR VALAVIL
Hi near and dear... I am with an offer to work with one MNC as Internal Auditor for their various branches spreaded in various parts of DRC..So I have to travel lot with in DRC..mainly to the minning sites.. I would like to Know the ...
hi there Please let me know if you will be traveling via road or flights? I can give u better advise if I know that, but can only say that at the moment it is safe to travel, even on your own Read More
From Canada by Lindros94
Good day, I am a 30 year old male from Atlantic Canada. I am trying to convince myself to take a financial controller position for a mining company in Lubumbashi. I am a little skeptical about the whole situation. The company is a well known ...
Hi guys If you listen to all the rumours, you will never come to the DRC! It is a beautiful Country with so much to offer, if people will just make use of the possibilities. Yes, there is rebel and mai-mai activities in certain places and even in ... Read More
Life in Lubum by meganinafrica
After 10 days in Lubumbashi, I can report with a great deal of enthusiasm about this City, which is a lot better to live in than anticipated. Everything one would need is available here. You just have to know where to look and not be afraid to ask. ...
Hi Ian There is a lady called Fiona (from SA)on this forum who is interested in doing work with street children in Lubumbashi, if you would like to talk to her. I have spoken to my friend Ora and also to Lilian (who I copied on the private mail to ... Read More
Life in Lubum by meganinafrica
After 10 days in Lubumbashi, I can report with a great deal of enthusiasm about this City, which is a lot better to live in than anticipated. Everything one would need is available here. You just have to know where to look and not be afraid to ask. ...
Hi Fiona I don't know how your plans are coming along to come to the DRC? I have met Ian Harvey, who is in charge of the street children projects here in Lubumashi. If you are interested, please contact him on this forum - he also subscribes and ... Read More
how about opening a world class optician in lubumbashi
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Life in Lubum by meganinafrica
After 10 days in Lubumbashi, I can report with a great deal of enthusiasm about this City, which is a lot better to live in than anticipated. Everything one would need is available here. You just have to know where to look and not be afraid to ask. ...
Hi Ian I admire people like you! While in Zambia, I did quite a bit of work with street children (mostly AIDS orphans) and it absolutely broke my heart to leave them behind. Send me a private mail on meganinafrica1@gmail.com then we can arrange to ... Read More
Enquiry by MANOJ KUMAR VALAVIL
Hi near and dear... I am with an offer to work with one MNC as Internal Auditor for their various branches spreaded in various parts of DRC..So I have to travel lot with in DRC..mainly to the minning sites.. I would like to Know the ...
Hi Manoj I hope my answers will help you. I have lived iin a few African Countries, but have never before encountered the same problems as in the DRC. It is a difficult country to travel in. The Rebels and Mai-Mai is not as big a problem as the ... Read More
Offer from DRC
Hi magnus Cost of living in the DRC is quite high, but you are fortunate that the company is providing accommodation (and transport?) If you doo not go out to restaurants,bars and spend much money on entertainment, what you are getting should be ... Read More
Printing and English Books
Hi :-) No, I need a place to print at and I want to buy books... Read More
Life in Lubum by meganinafrica
After 10 days in Lubumbashi, I can report with a great deal of enthusiasm about this City, which is a lot better to live in than anticipated. Everything one would need is available here. You just have to know where to look and not be afraid to ask. ...
Hallo again On my way to Pweto on the banks of Lake Mwero today. There are 2 mines and a new hospital that we are visiting. A new hospital also opened in Kisangani 2 days ago, which I am hoping to see before the end of March. Will upload some pics ... Read More
Life in Lubum by meganinafrica
After 10 days in Lubumbashi, I can report with a great deal of enthusiasm about this City, which is a lot better to live in than anticipated. Everything one would need is available here. You just have to know where to look and not be afraid to ask. ...
Hi Fiona No, I am not disillusioned at all - just trying to make you forewarned which is forearmed. I have lived in many African Countries and have only become disillusioned with one thing: the price that Africa is not shy to put on bad excuses for ... Read More
Life in Lubum by meganinafrica
After 10 days in Lubumbashi, I can report with a great deal of enthusiasm about this City, which is a lot better to live in than anticipated. Everything one would need is available here. You just have to know where to look and not be afraid to ask. ...
We went for lunch at the Bush camp yesterday. On Sundays it is a buffet menu where you select the meat you want, it is then grilled and you can add salads and side dishes from the buffet counter. Dessert to be ordered and paid for from a 'menu'. The ... Read More
Life in Lubum by meganinafrica
After 10 days in Lubumbashi, I can report with a great deal of enthusiasm about this City, which is a lot better to live in than anticipated. Everything one would need is available here. You just have to know where to look and not be afraid to ask. ...
Hi Fiona I think you need to get the stars out of your eyes for a moment :-) Although Lubum is the 2nd biggest City in the DRC, there is not much in the way of support for starting up new organizations or even continues support for existing ones. ... Read More
What about Bukavu by efelle
Nobody here living in Bukavu? I just arrived! Where are you all? Ask me your questions.
Hi! I am not in Bukavu, but I need to travel up there. Can you perhaps advise me on which airport, which airline and which accommodations to use? I will be coming from Lubumbashi. Regards Megan Read More
Acoomodation
I cannot find any agencies that deal with property rentals, nor can I find classified adds or private notices...is there NOTHING available to rent in Lubumbashi?? Read More
Printing and English Books
1) I am considering starting an English/French/Swahili (combined) Newspaper in Lubumbashi. I need a printer. 2) I am looking to buy new and second hand English books for leisure reading Read More
Life in Lubum
After 10 days in Lubumbashi, I can report with a great deal of enthusiasm about this City, which is a lot better to live in than anticipated. Everything one would need is available here. You just have to know where to look and not be afraid to ask. ... Read More