
Jotici
American expat in Angola
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15
About me
American
Lives in Luanda
Registration: 08 October 2008
What's it like in Soyo by John1
Hi, I am considering a rotation at Soyo and have lots of concerns. Can anyone advise on the following: - How bad is the health issue, malaria especially? - Is it a snake infested place? I will be staying on the Kwanda Base, how is the ...
HI Francisade, the Bechtel/Angola LNG project is a closed camp. Try and see if you can negotiate otherwise but I dont think that will be feasible. Not sure about the fair wage since I am not familiar with your professional field. Keep in mind ... Read More
Fair salary by notrichyet
Hi, I am an engineer (MSC) with over 10 years of experience. I got a job offer in the power industry in Angola, salary 85000 USD per annum. Anybody an idea if this is a fair average salary? Thanks
Seems low to me. US$17 per day wont event get you a pizza. Is the $2,500 net? Read More
Running in Maputo by africa magic
Hi - can anyone tell me about running in Maputo? I will be moving there soon, and I will be training for a marathon
A lot of people run along the Marginal and Friedrich Engels. Read More
Running in Maputo by africa magic
Hi - can anyone tell me about running in Maputo? I will be moving there soon, and I will be training for a marathon
Hi Africa Magic, there is a Hash Harriers club in Maputo. Although this may not help you on the serious end of training for a marathon, it may as far as meeting other runners in the area. More info at: maputohashhouseharriers.org/index Read More
What's it like in Soyo by John1
Hi, I am considering a rotation at Soyo and have lots of concerns. Can anyone advise on the following: - How bad is the health issue, malaria especially? - Is it a snake infested place? I will be staying on the Kwanda Base, how is the ...
Hi, I am considering a rotation at Soyo and have lots of concerns. Can anyone advise on the following: - How bad is the health issue, malaria especially? - Is it a snake infested place? I will be staying on the Kwanda Base, how is the ... Read More
SOYO Angola. Trying to talk to people there.
Hi Colin, I just sent you an email. Fell free to respond via email or through the forum. Read More
Net Salary after taxation
Hi Dean, you should be able to find information on taxes as well as other matters at http://www.angola.gov.ao/. The Ministry of Finances handles income tax http://www.minfin.gov.ao. If not, Diario da Republica #148 published the new income tax ... Read More
Salary in Angola - Luanda by dcostan
Hi Guys Hope you can help. I am currently living in Johannesburg, South Africa. I am a Manager with a big 4 company and need some help with my package negotiations. The problem: I don't know what salary I should earn ? Housing and Transport ...
Hi Tony, not sure about the salary but definitely negotiate housing, transportation and meals otherwise you will loose your shirt here. Read More
Fair salary by notrichyet
Hi, I am an engineer (MSC) with over 10 years of experience. I got a job offer in the power industry in Angola, salary 85000 USD per annum. Anybody an idea if this is a fair average salary? Thanks
I agree with SuzyQ. Luanda is either the most expensive or the second most expensive city in the world depending on the source so make sure your compensation package includes housing, transportation and a meal allowance. If it does, then the 85K ... Read More