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A continent of over 1 billion people sitting squarely in the geographical center of world affairs, Africa has long been a global beacon of cultural, ethnic, and linguistic diversity. Finding a job abroad in Africa is your opportunity to join efforts with an emerging continental workforce to help develop it into a stable and prosperous region for generations to come. Africa’s past, present, and future are a continuing narrative, which you have the power to help shape.
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A Guide to Jobs Abroad in Africa

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Africa is often divided into sub-regions corresponding to the cardinal directions. In North Africa, countries including Algeria and Egypt have long histories of regional influence, and form an integral part of the Mediterranean and Arab communities. This is also the most economically and infrastructurally developed part of the continent where to look for work abroad in Africa.

In the east, major countries such as Kenya and Tanzania can also prove rewarding places where to look for work abroad in Africa. Many East African countries share a coastline with the Indian Ocean, which has led to a long history of trade and shared influence with southern and western Asia. The region is also famed for its safaris amid a tremendous diversity of wildlife.

Moving on, as a BRICS country and the most developed in the sub-Saharan region, South Africa carries a tremendous deal of weight for the southern part of the continent. Neighboring countries such as Malawi to the east or Angola to the west can also be promising destinations to land a job abroad in Africa’s southern region.

Lastly, you might also look for work abroad in West Africa. Countries such as Ghana and Senegal open their borders for international workers to fill a variety of professional positions along the continent’s Atlantic seaboard.

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's as safe to travel to South Africa as anywhere else in the world. To prioritize your safety, avoid traveling alone at night and use your common sense.

If you're not a citizen of South Africa and you've secured a job that pays a salary (or want to do so), then yes, you'll need a visa in order to work in South Africa.

You'll need to decide if you qualify for the General Work Visa or the Critical Skills Worker Visa, as requirements vary. In general, you'll need to submit a completed application form and a signed contract from a South African employer.

You can begin your search for work in South Africa on GoAbroad.com, or by reaching out to specific companies in the industry you'd like to work in. You'll need to submit a resume/CV and have an interview with your potential employer.

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I am Naomi from kenya I have worked in saudi Arabia for 4 yrs taking care of kids ,cleaning house ,preparing food for the family and taking care of all chores in the house.i know how to cook delicious food.

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