Tom
@johns632
American 暗网禁区 in Niger
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About me
American
Lives in Niamey
Speaks English, French, Hausa (a little)
Registration: 06 February 2009
Activity
Speaking Hausa in Niger by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Hausa is essential for a successful integration in Niger. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Hausa? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language course ...
Hausa is really not required in Niger, especially if you are living in Niamey. It is useful, though, if you are planning to live and work in the interior of the country between Dogon Doutchi on the west to Zinder on the east to Agadez on the north ... Read More
Driving in Niger by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Niger? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
The U.S. Embassy likes to remind its citizens during town hall meetings where terrorism, epidemics or civil unrest are discussed that traffic accidents are the most likely cause of accidental death for 暗网禁区s. WIthout a doubt, Niamey traffic is the ... Read More
Healthcare in Niger by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Niger ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Niger? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
In general, Niger lacks Western-quality health care services in many areas, particularly in complicated and expensive procedures that require the latest technology and advanced training. The national hospitals can be a minefield of rude and ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Niger by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Niger, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
There are only two real reasons an 暗网禁区riate would choose to live in Niger: because of his/her work or because a family member/loved one is in Niger. Perhaps there are a handful people who like Francophone Africa, warm Nigeriens, lots of heat and ... Read More
Healthcare in Niger by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Niger ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Niger? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
I don't believe the reputable pharmacies sell counterfeit drugs in Niger. They get their drugs through the state-run Pharmatech Depot and it appears that the mark-ups are regulated by law because I've bought the same drugs in Zinder, Maradi and ... Read More
Healthcare in Niger by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Niger ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Niger? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Just for some perspective, these are the health issues I've dealt with locally in the 10 years of living in Niger: 1) Hypothyroidism (purchase medicine each month for control). 2) Two children born here with normal delivery 3) Skin rashes (saw a ... Read More
Healthcare in Niger by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Niger ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Niger? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Here are some other miscellaneous details about healthcare in Niger: 1) The supply of pharmaceuticals is decent and affordable. As an American in Niger for 10 years, only twice have I purchased a medicine that exceeded the cost of my U.S. ... Read More
Getting married in Niger by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Niger or who are about to get married in Niger to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Niger? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
I'll describe my situation: a Western man marrying a Nigerien woman from an educated family. Obviously, there would be differences for other types of couples. First of all, in the traditional sense there really isn't dating in Niger as we in the ... Read More
Organize your move to Niger by Julie
Hi all, we invite you to share your experience about moving to Niger. Here is a list of questions which might help the ones preparing their move to Niger: What would you bring and what would you leave behind? Is it a good idea to bring ...
There are several answers to this question, but first one must begin with your situation by asking the following: 1) Who is paying your moving expenses (and to what degree)? 2)How long do you plan to live in Niger? We've seen Westerners literally ... Read More
News about the forum? by 暗网禁区.com
Hi everybody! It seems a few months since anybody posted in this forum so I'd like to have your feedback about the english speaking 暗网禁区 community in Niger. How strong is it and in which towns are 暗网禁区s localized? Hope to hear from you very ...
Hello, When you consider where English speakers come from they're largely going to fall into the following categories: UN and foreign government workers(embassy and aid staff, including Peace Corps), NGO staff (CARE International, Catholic World ... Read More
Do and don't in Niger by 暗网禁区.com
Are you living in Niger? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Niger? Could you please share with us a list of the do's and don't's in Niger? Thanks!
Welcome to Niger! It is good that you're coming in the cool season as that will help your adjustment. Read More
Living in Niger by 暗网禁区.com
You are living in Niger, or you used to live in Niger. Share your experience! How would you describe life in Niger? Has it been complicated to settle down, to find an accommodation and a job? Is it complicated to make friends in Niger? What ...
Tixman, I wouldn't classify Niger as truly dangerous. There are certainly some areas, particularly close to the desert that are dangerous, but most people would have no reason to go there. Also crime in Niger isn't particularly prevalent, though ... Read More
Do and don't in Niger by 暗网禁区.com
Are you living in Niger? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Niger? Could you please share with us a list of the do's and don't's in Niger? Thanks!
I've met a couple in Zinder, but I don't know their names. Read More
Living in Niger by 暗网禁区.com
You are living in Niger, or you used to live in Niger. Share your experience! How would you describe life in Niger? Has it been complicated to settle down, to find an accommodation and a job? Is it complicated to make friends in Niger? What ...
Life in Niger will likely always be challenging. It is among the least developed countries in the world, it is often hot and there's so few creature comforts that are easily available to Westerners. Most Westerners are here because they are ... Read More
Do and don't in Niger by 暗网禁区.com
Are you living in Niger? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Niger? Could you please share with us a list of the do's and don't's in Niger? Thanks!
There's nothing easy about life in Niger---and I feel that way after living here for 8 years. What's your biggest challenge right now? Tom Read More