Angola
Overview
Angola is a country on the west coast of Southern Africa. It is the seventh-largest country in Africa, bordered by Namibia to the south, the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, Zambia to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west. Angola has vast mineral and petroleum reserves, and its economy has on average grown at a double-digit pace since the 1990s, especially following the end of the civil war. However, the standard of living remains low for most of the population, and life expectancy in Angola is among the lowest in the world, while infant mortality is among the highest.
Angola – Quick Facts
Languages
Portuguese
Continent
Africa
Population
32.87 million
Capital City
Luanda
Best Time to Visit
May to October
Drinkable Tap Water
No
Religion
Roman Catholicism
Plug Type
Type C, Type F
Safety
Travel Advisory
Level 3 – Reconsider travel
Angola has a high level of crime. Street crime, including mugging, robbery, and pickpocketing, is common. Armed attacks against vehicles traveling outside major cities are common. There is a high threat of kidnapping throughout the country.
Remember to get your travel insurance! Our recommended insurer is SafetyWing
Budget
Currency
Kz – Angolan kwanza
Places to Visit in Angola
Places coming soon for Angola
Experiences
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