The cost of living in Angola, particularly in the capital city of Luanda, is considered high. Expatriates and locals alike face high prices for housing, goods, and services, which can be attributed to the country's reliance on imports and the high cost of doing business.

Angola's climate is predominantly tropical with a wet and dry season. The coastal strip is tempered by the cold Benguela Current, which results in a climate that is somewhat cooler and drier than one might expect. The interior highlands have a mild climate with a higher rainfall, while the far north and northeast have a tropical climate with high temperatures and high humidity.

The educational system in Angola has been undergoing reconstruction and improvement since the end of the civil war in 2002. Education in Angola is compulsory and free for children between the ages of 6 and 12. The system is divided into three levels: primary education, secondary education, and tertiary education. Primary education lasts for six years, leading to a certificate upon completion. Secondary education is divided into two cycles: the first cycle is four years, and the second cycle is either two or three years, depending on the course of study. Students who complete the first cycle receive a General Basic Education Certificate, while those who finish the second cycle receive a Secondary Education Certificate, which is required for university admission. The school year in Angola typically starts in February and ends in December, with breaks in between. The quality of education varies significantly, with urban schools generally better resourced than those in rural areas. Portuguese is the language of instruction in all public schools. There are also private and international schools that offer education in other languages and follow different curricula, catering to expatriate communities and those seeking an international standard of education. Graduation from secondary school usually occurs around the age of 18 or 19, after which students may choose to enter the workforce or pursue higher education.

The healthcare system in Angola is a mix of public and private services. The public healthcare system is widely available to the population, but it often suffers from a lack of resources, including medical supplies and trained healthcare professionals. The quality of public healthcare varies significantly, with urban areas typically having better services than rural regions. Private healthcare in Angola offers higher quality services with more modern facilities and equipment, but it is also more expensive and less accessible to the average citizen. Expats and digital nomads can access public healthcare, but it is recommended that they have private health insurance to ensure access to better quality care and private hospitals. Many expats and digital nomads choose to have medical procedures done in their home country or in South Africa due to the higher quality of care available there.