Local Customs

I learned today that it is tradition when loved ones pass away that people often shave their head or braid their hair for one month to show respect.  I think it depends on the family relation and not sure what else is practiced. My colleague has her hair braided for one month and her and her family only wear one color shirt for a month.  I'm sure there is more to the story but that's what she told me.  

Unfortunately there is a high mortality rate here. Typically people have large families and a life expectancy of around 53.  However, a large majority of the Angolan population is younger now and below 25.