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How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 2:39pm On Sep 12, 2022 |
[b][/b]Most people coming to Abidjan, Ivory Coast find it very difficult settling into the country. Issues of traveling, accommodation and business come into play. I reside in Abidjan, so ask me anything from transportation, housing, business and the life generally here. Please no insults and unnecessary arguments here. God bless you all. 1 Like |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by portplus: 3:10pm On Sep 12, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1: 1. what businesses can a new settler start easily? 2. What neighbours or region is affordable in terms of cost of living? |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Evidenx(m): 3:23pm On Sep 12, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1:How are the people? Are they friendly to Nigerians or hostile to us?? |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 5:39pm On Sep 12, 2022 |
. portplus:I will answer your questions one after the other: 1. There are lots of viable businesses to do. The easiest ones are: A. Restaurant business B. Transportation. C. Clothing business. D. Agriculture. Other good businesses also abound. The critical factor is finance. The level of cash you have, your business sense, coupled with your determination to excel is key. 2. Accommodation in Ivory Coast is relative to your funds and taste. Areas that are easily accessible accommodation wise are; Abobo, Port Bouet, youpougon, Ajouffou, Gonzac and others. In these areas the lowest self contain is 25k cfa to 45k cfa per month. So you can see that housing in Abidjan is relative. It is from each according to his cash and taste, and to each relative accommodation. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 5:44pm On Sep 12, 2022 |
Evidenx:If you mind your business, the people are cool and helpful. Like every country under heaven, everyone hastes those that constitute nuisance. So the people are very nice. It is not like Ghana and Tanzania where the hatred is glaring. Since I came here I have not experienced such. Just put effort in learning the language and integrate properly. Good luck. 1 Like |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Evidenx(m): 5:47pm On Sep 12, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1:Thank you so much. But like how much will it cost me in naira to relocate and settle in Abidjan? |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 6:09pm On Sep 12, 2022 |
Generally speaking, everybody needs a peaceful and enabling environment to excel. Here there is a blanket security. Since I came here I have not heard a gunshot or heard of rampant armed robbery. As long as you follow peace with all men, you are good to go. Food is very cheap. With 1000cfa you can manage for a day. If you can buy gas and start cooking, it's even better. The downside is the language barrier. Once you start learning the language the locals are willing to even help you learn. Merci. |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 6:22pm On Sep 12, 2022 |
Evidenx:From my experience 700k to 3m can help you settle well. This also depends on whether you have somebody on ground to help you get accommodation a week after you arrive. Whether you have a place to stay for a week or 2 before you get accommodation. Hotel is very expensive. So if you get a place where you can just pay 20k cfa for 2 weeks while the accommodation issue is being sorted out better. The mistake many people do is to go and get accommodation in high brow areas thereby depleting cash you would have used to start something tangible. Anybody that can survive Nigeria at this critical period can easily make it here. I hope this helps. 2 Likes |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by silibaba: 7:58pm On Sep 12, 2022 |
Merci (thank you) |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Evidenx(m): 8:18pm On Sep 12, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1:Thanks man,it helps alot. |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 5:13pm On Sep 13, 2022 |
Your journey to success in Abidjan starts from the very day you arrive. If you get carried away by the partying, the immense enjoyment, the big bumbum you see and the French styled joints everywhere is a hug temptation. If you can avoid such in the early days and just focus, it means you have already gotten 15% of your goal right. However, I encourage you to mix with the locals, learn the language and explore smartly. Drop your comments and reviews nairalanders. Shalom! 1 Like |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by odinga1of: 11:25pm On Sep 13, 2022 |
How fast is internet connection and cost of subscription? Cos I am Tech Guy. |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 12:48am On Sep 14, 2022 |
Evidenx:If you mind your business, the people are cool and helpful. Like every country under heaven, everyone hastes those that constitute nuisance. So the people are very nice. It is not like Ghana and Tanzania where the hatred is glaring. Since I came here I have not experienced such. Just put effort in learning the language and integrate properly. Good luck. |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 6:18am On Sep 14, 2022 |
odinga1of:Internet connection is fast and affordable. As a tech guy aside the internet, you need 24 hours power supply which Abidjan can offer. So the advantage is immense doing your line of business. Shalom! 1 Like |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 9:33am On Sep 14, 2022 |
Pictures of Abidjan:..... 1 Like
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Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Warmaterial(m): 12:26pm On Sep 14, 2022 |
E no dey easy for Ezekiel... |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by portplus: 3:14pm On Sep 14, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1: Thanks! |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Munachimso30(m): 9:10pm On Sep 14, 2022 |
Can we talk please, i have been in Abidjan for like three months now, staying with a friend thou but the business you are talking about is a little complicated here, can you help me with a tangible advice, I really want to start something very good but am confused on the kind of business i will go into, tried clothing but those guys on the street don’t even allow you sale lol, someone can’t wake up and start going to adjame just like that, shop rent for that side na mad And language is another matter here, anyway am learning so fast but guy believe me it’s not easy as we think before coming Can I have your number maybe you can help me out not for money ooh |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Munachimso30(m): 9:18pm On Sep 14, 2022 |
I wanted to ask for help here then I came across this trend, have already planning to move to Gambia since we don’t have issue with language there and it’s a bit close already but I gave it a thought since am here already lemme ask maybe Someone can help, I really like this country but…… I don’t know if it’s because of the guy that brought me here( just like they say,”you only know where you stopped”) He’s hustling on the street but I don’t really want that, how long can I be on the street, am not getting young anymore, I need advice on the kind of business someone can get into at least to manage Your sincere advice is needed 6 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 10:23pm On Sep 14, 2022 |
Today, i will be focusing on one of the simplest businesses you can do in Abidjan ; the Okrika business. 70% of ivioriens ware Okrika. The business is quite lucrative. 2 weeks training by understudying a trader in this line of business is the skill you need. 50k Cfa is a huge capital in starting the business. Areas that are more lucrative are: A. Female clothing B. Male shorts C. Female and male unisex shirts D. Jug jeans and hooded shirts E. Underwares. There are other aspects of the business which you learn through experience. I hope this helps. Shalom! 1 Like |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 10:34pm On Sep 14, 2022 |
Munachimso30: So sorry about that, you see Abidjan is a good place to do business. Sometimes you need first hand information to excel in another man's land. I really would love you to ask your questions on this forum. It is okay. You can drop your WhatsApp number. I will advise you to the best of my knowledge. The money you would have used to go to Gambia can help you startup something here. Shalom. |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by roughdiamond(m): 10:36pm On Sep 14, 2022 |
Munachimso30:If you don't have up to 5 million, I will advise you hustle with that your guy on the street for the main time. There's a high scarcity of shops currently and new shops are no go area. Caution ranges from 5 million to 50 million( It's not what a newbie can afford) forget about those big big businesses you see. Most of them got the shops many years ago. 1 Like |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 11:15pm On Sep 14, 2022 |
@munachimso, in addition to what @roughdiamond has said, I would advise you not to despair. These is just 3 months for you in the country. You will excel. Just hold tight to the fund you have now. The rigorous aspect of starting life in another country is scarcity of information. Now you are getting it. Remember, Gambia is another ball game entirely. Take a deep breath, and see the positives. You will be fine. Thank God you said you love the country. Get an App called Wordbit and start learning French. Rome was not build in a day remember. Shalom! 2 Likes |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Ertugrul: 5:53am On Sep 15, 2022 |
Very nice thread, baba ride on 1 Like |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Munachimso30(m): 4:17pm On Sep 15, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1: Thanks for your response, if I may ask, what type of business can someone start with 3m here in Abidjan |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Munachimso30(m): 4:23pm On Sep 15, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1: A very nice one bro, thanks I actually love the country, language isn’t much problem for me but really wanna start something good I think am in a haste lol, I wouldn’t have bothered looking for something now, since am new here. Lemme keep eyes on ground, I believe I will find something good, but your advice are needed guys Thanks everyone 1 Like |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Munachimso30(m): 4:25pm On Sep 15, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1: Hmmm |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 9:59am On Sep 16, 2022 |
Good morning. I will be talking about the best way to cut cost in Abidjan as a new person in town. 4 of the easiest ways to drain your funds are: A. Eating out: It will surprise you if you calculate what you spend eating out daily. Before you know what you are doing your funds will be depleting fast. My advice is, get a small gas cylinder for 16 to 17k Cfa. Go to the market and get food stuff. 25k foodstuff will be enough for you for a month. All this comes to play when you have gotten your accommodation. People complaining about not having nigerian food in the country is not true. When you go to the markets you will see that all you seek is there. comments are welcome. I will be talking about the rest as we proceed. Shalom! 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Donfanuchi1(m): 10:03am On Sep 16, 2022 |
Munachimso30:How are you today? I pray God multiply you in His infinite riches. Merci mo frere. |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by odinga1of: 10:40am On Sep 16, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1: Bros snap and show us current pictures na, if na market or ghetto area self Not Getty images from Google. Shalom 1 Like |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by Munachimso30(m): 5:42pm On Sep 16, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1: Am doing alright bro, bigger you I pray |
Re: How To Get Settled In Abidjan by babakb: 8:04pm On Sep 16, 2022 |
Donfanuchi1: Hey guy, many thanks for the heads up about living in Ivory Cost, I have few questions to ask for a brother that intends to move to Abidjan next year: How long and how much can he get residence permit after arrival? How much does cab drivers earn daily there? Do they have uber or bolt there? Kindly help out with this information because my brother is a professional driver and he understands basic French ![]() |
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