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Post Report of the Day

Khartoum, Sudan

What are some typical ways to socialize, either with local people or with other expatriates? Are there groups or clubs that you can recommend?

Mostly entertaining at home. There are a couple of nice open-air restaurants--Universal Coffee and a Lebanese restaurant in Khartoum -- but I can't remember the name!

Is this a good city for single people? For couples? For families? Why or why not?

It was a nice, quiet place for young families. I also know there was a very lively nightlife. I haven't been to as many parties since!