Scene 1: Street Atmosphere at Hotel Turismo in Luanda

Scene 1 unfolds on a bustling street outside the Hotel Turismo in Luanda. The air is filled with an array of sounds that paint a vivid picture of a typical day in the city. The distant hum of car engines reverberates off the surrounding buildings, punctuated by the occasional honk of a horn or the soft whir of bicycle tires on the pavement. Pedestrians contribute to the street ambience, their footsteps mixing with the murmur of conversations and the occasional burst of laughter or snippets of hushed whispers. The rustle of shopping bags and the soft jingle of keys add to the symphony of sounds. Street vendors add another layer to the soundscape, with their rhythmic chants advertising their wares, the clatter of their stalls, and the occasional chime as money changes hands. A soft breeze rustles the leaves in the trees that line the street, adding a calming note to the busy scene. In the background, the faint strains of music can be