This city of about five million inhabitants is Angola’s capital. Luanda is located in a bay and it is the most important port of the country. The architecture of the city is colonial in style and very colourful, but there are modern constructions, too. The climate is mostly mild due to the presence of the Atlantic Ocean. Luanda’s economy is based on the production of coffee. Bantù is the prevalent ethnic group of the city.
Tourist information
Our preferred carrier, South African Airways are offering delegates special fares over the period of the event on a first come, first serve basis. Early booking is strongly suggested as flights to, from and within South Africa are generally in heavy demand. These fares are available for flights booked directly with SAA services subject to the relevant class availability. Conditions will apply. Any flights undertaken on foreign carriers will be for the delegate’s own account. Enquiries can be made immediately by contacting your nearest SAA office. Contact details for all the SAA Offices can be obtained from the website www.flysaa.com. South African residents should contact Mmabatho on telephone 011 978-1100. In all instances please quote reference numberAIR.GR.10.000006
All countries require visas.
The ordinary visa takes up to four days to process from the day of receipt of all the requirements. For ordinary visas, the time of stay may not exceed 30 days.
South African citizens may apply for their visas through the South Africa-Angola Chamber of Commerce:
Chamber Manager: Malaquias Baptista
87 Linksfield Road, Dunvegan, Edenvale 1609 , Johannesburg
Telephone: +27 11 723 9000
Fax: +27 (0) 86 537 0592
Email: info@sa-acc.co.za
Website: www.sa-acc.co.za
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