Soon2B Expat MJ
Active memberSouth African looking for information about Libya
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South African
Lives in Pretoria
Speaks Afrikaans and English
Registration: 28 May 2009
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Afriqiyah Plane Crash by Dren
Anyone hear anything about this? Hearing news that airbus 330 crashed this morning 8-10 kms from Tripoli airport in fog?
Saw some pics on this site: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/37100560/ A jetliner carrying more than 100 people crashed as it attempted to land in Libya Wednesday, killing everyone on board except for a child, officials said. Afriqiyah Airways said ... Read More
Safety by GuestPoster1108
There is a lot of concern re: safety in Libya. Here's where we cut through the BS and get to the bottom of it. One problem I have found is that there is a lot of misconception out there that crime doesn't happen in Libya. This is simply not true. ...
Libyans love kids and don't mean any harm. My guess is your child is blond and cute; or are you blond and cute as they also like pretty women so the attention may well be an opener for a conversation with you.Hair dye anyone? Am I really going to ... Read More
TV packages available by LSscotland
Would someone be able to tell me the type of TV that is available in Libya. Are the programmes available mostly American sitcom style shows or are alot of UK Tv on there. I am not really into American TV and was just wanderign what was on offer and ...
Almost! Our company finally got the translated, stamped and signed contract, now we have to give performance guarantees/bond (looks like it will be finished by end November) - then we will be in Tripoli in time for Christmas! And I was going to ... Read More
TV packages available by LSscotland
Would someone be able to tell me the type of TV that is available in Libya. Are the programmes available mostly American sitcom style shows or are alot of UK Tv on there. I am not really into American TV and was just wanderign what was on offer and ...
We have the South African DSTV network - we get all the live games, several movie channels and loads more.Can you please give me more info on how to get the South African DSTV - it will be great to watch a Rugby game and have commentary in Afrikaans ... Read More
Hotels in Tripoli by Soon2B Expat MJ
Hi, Can anybody send me the contact details of hotels in Tripoli? Preferably e-mail/website. Thank you!
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Hotels in Tripoli
Hi, Can anybody send me the contact details of hotels in Tripoli? Preferably e-mail/website. Thank you! Read More
Anyone going to SA for the World Cup? by Sandman6
As it says... Anyone planning on going to South Africa next year to support their lads? Sandman's gonna be shouting for the three lions and Mrs S for the Super Eagles (who ain't even qualified yet :lol: Hoping for a few games in Cape Town..:)
You'll just have to hope the stadiums are built by then...;) And if they are built, you'll have to hope that South Africa's management skills have improved by then. There were a lot of complaints during the African cup.. But in any case, SA is a ... Read More
English Course and Electronics by freakyfingers
Hello, My job is offering me a position at Libya (I don't know exactly where, I wish Tripoli or something). I would like to know if in Tripoli is any English Course available for expats, my wife doesn't know it at all and I would like she to learn ...
Berlitz has Arabic classes, I've heard they have private tuition and groups.HI, Do you have any contact details for me? I also want to learn Arabic once there.. Thanks! Read More
Obtaining a driving licence in Tripoli by Palachakh
It may sound crazy, but still: Does anyone know of a school where I could learn driving (in English) and subsequently obtain a driving license (preferably international)? Is it possible at all? Has anybody tried it?
Palachakh I also want to drive in Libya, so please keep me updated on your progress - if it is worth it to have driving lessons... or should we just "keep our eyes closed" and drive ;) Read More
schools for expat by glen_1965
hello, need help regarding cost of education for my children in libya..i have four children 15,14,8,6 year old..around how much would it cost me??
Hi, Here are the prices of the International school, Tripoli. Tuition Fees 2008 - 2009 Academic Year Cost (US$) p.a. 15 Years 15,500 14 Years 15,500 8 Years 12,000 6 Years 11,250 Read More
Bringing Pets to Libya by TigerHorn76
I'm moving to Libya in November for work and am planning to bring my dog. My wife will join me in February and is planning to bring the cat. We'll be there 2-3 years. I've done some research on bringing animals into the country, and it appears ...
Hi, Has anyone flown in their pets from a country as far as South Africa? I don't want my pets to die of thirst! Read More
English books... by smart1
OK, I've recently moved to Tripoli and was wondering if there is anywhere that sells English books (fiction etc,.) or English newspapers? I stashed about 10 paperbacks in my suitcase but seem to be getting through them pretty quickly... certainly ...
How long have you been waiting for your container, Sandman? Read More
Bringing Pets to Libya by TigerHorn76
I'm moving to Libya in November for work and am planning to bring my dog. My wife will join me in February and is planning to bring the cat. We'll be there 2-3 years. I've done some research on bringing animals into the country, and it appears ...
Your pet has to get the injection for Rabies. Read More
Salary and Taxation by marker_in
Hi I am offered a teaching position ( Professor) In Tripoli for a Monthly Salary of USD 5200. I want to know how much tax will be deducted and what is the cost of living if I bring my wife and one year old baby boy. Thanx marker
Hi Marker One of the posts on the forum shows the cost of living in Libya - it should give you a good idea on what your expenses will be. Tax I can't help you with, but maybe somebody else will be able to answer you. Maureen Read More
WiMax connectivity by Sandman6
Anyone wanting to buy one of the ZYX network modems fro Libya Telecom & Technology should be aware that the modem will not work in many locations in Tripoli as they have been configured with the wrong firmware. Anyone who has a non-working modem ...
I'm in South Africa and wouldn't mind to bring a few with to Libya when we move... We just haven't received our dates yet. :( Read More