Hi!
I'm Tanzanian:) I was born in Zanzibar and grew up in Dar and Moshi. We moved as a family to the USA and I finished growing up there and schooling too. Then I moved to the UK, worked and got married to none other than an Algerian man:). He is Kabyle and his entire family is the same and they just about never marry outside (though I dont know about the arranged marriages, I think that's pretty outdated and not the norm anymore).
We've been married for almost 8 years, are currently living in the UK, but plan to move this summer to Algeria permanently (for the time being anyway).
We are both Muslims and I think that's the most important thing in a relationship. Having the same outlook of life and the same goals and aspirations in living makes for a strong marriage, despite any differences in race/background/culture/language.
Here in London, I know plenty of women who are married to Algerians from various parts, from Ohran to Jijel. Many of the women are European of some sort but there are Jamaicans, Somalians, Mixed (European/African), SouthAfricans, etc who are married to Algerians. Their marriages are neither more nor less successful because/despite their different backgrounds.
The most successful marriages I've seen are based on having similar interests, sharing responsibilities, loving each other despite differences and in a sincere manner, and protecting each other's honor (to name a few), which are the things that make any marriage successful.
So, as a fellow TZ, I say if you agree with his way of life, are willing to support him, are willing to put up with some 'macho/i'm tarzan, your jane', and a bit of strong patriotism, you can handle the marriage;)
I hope you will feel comfy PM-ing me if you have questions inshallah. I'd love to have another TZ along for the ride:)
Good luck:)

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hello,im algerian man married to american woman living in algeria.Arranged marriage does still happen in Algeria but choosing your own spouse is becoming more common.Mixed marriages are accepted by some people and not by others.It is the same as anywhere else.The bigger concern is having the same religion,(islam)good luck

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wow thanks for the good reply... appreciate it. :)

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mashaAllah!! thanks for the beautiful reply

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