Embassy of Angola in Algiers, Algeria; address Rue 90 Domine Ben Haddadi Said-Dar Diaf Chéraga, Chéraga; phone +213213925337. Head of mission: Mr. Toko…
Head of mission: Mr. Toko Diakenga Serao, Ambassador (as of 2015)
Angola presents a compelling option for Algerian travelers, combining a rich cultural heritage with a promising tourism infrastructure. While it currently attracts fewer international tourists, its unique offerings and improvements in facilities could appeal to a segment of the 300,000 Algerians who travel abroad annually.
Angola is considered relatively safe for tourists, ranking 70th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, which is better than Algeria's ranking of 88th. However, it is important to note that Angola has a higher murder rate of 4.8 per 100,000 people compared to Algeria's 1.6. In terms of organized crime, Angola scores higher in several categories, indicating more significant challenges. For instance, Angola has a state crime index of 8.0 compared to Algeria's 7.0, and a resource crime index of 8.5 versus Algeria's 6.5. Overall, while Angola may be safer in some respects, tourists should remain cautious and informed about the local context and potential risks.