Lobito, Angola 🇦🇴
#1812
-12.350686, 13.546431
Nomad Score:
43%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many Western cities, but higher than other African cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, with some variation based on location and amenities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable fresh produce, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive, but options are limited and not always reliable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate costs for entertainment, with limited options compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
45%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be relatively high.
💱 Currency Stability
38%
Weight: 30
The Angolan Kwanza has experienced significant fluctuations, impacting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
42%
Weight: 100
Internet access is available but often slow and unreliable, especially in rural areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, with few options for digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can vary greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Very few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads, with limited amenities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Lobito is not a known hub for digital nomads, leading to a lack of community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
A slower pace of life allows for a decent work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Some areas are clean, but pollution and waste management issues exist.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely, with some neighborhoods well-maintained and others neglected.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is the official language, and English speakers are limited.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate, with some pollution from traffic and industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic and may lack advanced medical services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are relatively affordable, but quality can be inconsistent.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare options available, with varying quality.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Generally warm and pleasant, with a tropical climate.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of natural disasters, particularly flooding during rainy seasons.
🏞️ Green Spaces
35%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green spaces available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes, with a predominantly warm climate year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to diverse cultural activities.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are limited, with few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful coastal areas and nature, but limited organized activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language classes, especially for Portuguese.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
45%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours and local experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options, such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available for practice.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities, with few options for group classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
45%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but overall choices are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe, but less favorable for the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads and remote workers.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Underdeveloped freelance ecosystem with limited resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces, and those that exist lack quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup scene, with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Limited payment services available, with cash being the primary method.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
15%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity with limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and often unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure can be lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing services.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is poor, making it unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options, primarily by bus.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
45%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is available but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work, but speeds can be inconsistent.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options, mostly found in cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic and slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex and not particularly favorable for expats.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech, with government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Generally stable, but occasional unrest can occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is often complicated and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Lobito is not particularly friendly towards digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns, with some areas being safer than others.
♀️ Female Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be challenging for women, but generally safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences can vary based on location.