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marcimpala

@marcimpala

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American expat in Burundi

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American

Lives in Bujumbura

Speaks French, English, Amharic

Registration: 05 September 2009

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marcimpala replied to a thread
15 years ago
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Just arrived and full of good info about Bujumbura by marcimpala

Hello Forum members, I just arrived in Burundi and would be happy to offer some helpful tips on Burundi. Check out my blog if you want to see a lighter side of my experiences. Cheers, Marc

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Hi Christine nice to see you. Latest news here, 5 days of mourning for Burundi following the terrible attack in Mogadishu against Africa Union Peacekeep troops. Very sad indeed. Read More

marcimpala replied to a thread
15 years ago
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Shifting to Bujumbura by coolcatz79

I am indian, I would like to know if there are any indian communities in Bujumbura and how is teh place to move into. My friend has started a business in Bujumbura and wants me to run the same for him for a year. Currently the business deals in ...

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Concerning the Indian community here, I have noticed quite a few and there is even an Asian Quarter where many of the shops are located. At this particular time, there are so many opportunities to start businesses here, especially in tourism or ... Read More

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15 years ago
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Do and don't in Burundi by expat.com

Are you living in Burundi? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Burundi? Could you please share with us a list of the do's and don't's in Burundi? Thanks!

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Ok, even after 2 weeks I know some do's and don'ts: Don't: 1. Never ever ever ever mention the ethnic groups here and if someone tries to guide you into such a conversation, the best reply is to say you know nothing about it. 2. Don't walk around ... Read More

marcimpala created a thread
15 years ago

Just arrived and full of good info about Bujumbura

Hello Forum members, I just arrived in Burundi and would be happy to offer some helpful tips on Burundi. Check out my blog if you want to see a lighter side of my experiences. Cheers, Marc Read More