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[quote=Anonymous]OP, while I can't speak for East Africa but only for the Caribbean, there are certain constants when it comes to expat living.

If you go the expat route, your standard of living will rise and you stand a good chance of living like a queen. With that said, you are likely able to choose from fellow expats looking to start over, or local middle to upper class singles in these countries. The variables are not much different; chances are they are always eager to be with an American, and you are likely to get someone who is around the same age or 10 years younger who is more than willing to have a blended family or start new with you. I would not necessarily equate being eager with being opportunistic, if this rings a red flag for you, simply because many middle to upper class singles in these countries either have second roots in North America or Europe, or are genuinely looking to establish these roots because they are always more global in outlook. Your child will get enrollment in an international school....I can't see any downside other than the usual security risks that come with Africa that your prospective employer is responsible for anyway.

It is known fact that expats will never be in the league of 'locals' and so there is a certain social circle that comes with being an expat. I am mid 30s and don't want kids, so I am not what you might be looking for, but I have a good idea how it works. Given your likely increased standard of living, I think is is a win-win for both your personal life and economic situation.[/quote]

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