General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Luanda |
| Country | Angola |
| Currency | Kwanza |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.2% |
| Gdp | $134.53 billion |
| Size | 1,246,700 sq km |
| Population | 34.3 million |
| Population density | 27.5 people/sq km |
| Kids per female | 5.8 |
| City population | 60.2% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 22∘C |
| Summer | 32∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Portuguese |
| Population able to read | 70.4% |
| Population with a college degree | 6.1% |
| Population able to speak english | 1.4% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 33.8 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 5.2/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | TAAG Angola Airlines |
| Main airport | Quatro de Fevereiro Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1 |
| Cigarettes | $2 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $3 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $300/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $60/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $200/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 14% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $2500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 10.55/MBits |
| Tld | .ao |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 25% |
| Phone mobile data | $20 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 60% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Kwanza Online |
| Supermarket | Shoprite |
| Pharmacy | Farmácia Moderna |
| Drugstore | Multidrogas |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 1:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 6/10 |
| Bars | 7/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 5/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 6/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Calulu | A stew made with fish, meat, or vegetables, cooked in palm oil and seasoned with garlic, onions, and tomatoes. | $5-10 |
| Muamba de Galinha | A chicken stew cooked in palm oil and seasoned with garlic, onions, tomatoes, and okra. | $6-12 |
| Feijão de Óleo de Palma | A black bean stew cooked in palm oil and seasoned with garlic, onions, and tomatoes. | $4-8 |
| Funge | A cornmeal porridge that is a staple food in Angola. | $2-5 |
| Pirão | A cornmeal mush that is often served with fish or meat stews. | $3-6 |
| Kissangua | A fried dough that is often served with sugar or honey. | $1-3 |
| Pudim de Caramelo | A caramel custard dessert. | $4-7 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Cuca | A popular Angolan soft drink made from pineapple | 1.50 |
| Kissangua | A traditional Angolan beer made from fermented maize | 2.00 |
| Sagres | A Portuguese beer that is also popular in Angola | 2.50 |
| Vinho Verde | A Portuguese wine that is also popular in Angola | 3.00 |
| Licor Beirão | A Portuguese liqueur that is made from a variety of herbs and spices | 4.00 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Wood carvings | Intricately carved wooden figures, masks, and other objects | $10-$100 |
| Textiles | Colorful and vibrant fabrics, often with traditional Angolan patterns | $20-$100 |
| Basketry | Handwoven baskets made from natural materials | $10-$50 |
| Ceramics | Handmade pottery with unique designs and colors | $20-$100 |
| Jewelry | Silver, gold, and gemstone jewelry with traditional Angolan motifs | $50-$1000 |
| Coffee | Angola is known for its high-quality coffee | $10-$30 per pound |
| Music | CDs and DVDs of traditional and contemporary Angolan music | $10-$20 |
| Art | Paintings, sculptures, and other works of art by Angolan artists | $50-$1000 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year. |
| Carnival | February or March | A colorful festival with parades, music, and dancing. |
| Independence Day | November 11 | Commemorates the country’s independence from Portugal in 1975. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Jornal de Angola |
| Online news | Sapo.ao |
| Tv | Televisão Pública de Angola (TPA) |
| Radio | Rádio Nacional de Angola (RNA) |