Francistown, Botswana 🇧🇼
#374
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Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable living costs compared to global standards, though slightly higher than rural Botswana areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
64%
Weight: 80
Moderate rental prices; options range from basic apartments to mid-range housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable fresh produce; imported goods are pricier but available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive; limited formal transit infrastructure.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs are moderate but options are fewer than in larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
58%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available with moderate pricing; not widespread.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Botswana Pula is relatively stable with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving but still below global averages; occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly informal setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
37%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
82%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with good network coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
69%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with less hustle, but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
84%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution and abundant natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
73%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city, though some areas could improve waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
76%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and green spaces.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
58%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities available; limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
49%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; limited specialized care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious medical needs require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Warm, semi-arid climate with sunny days most of the year; dry winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
91%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Access to parks and natural reserves nearby; city has some green areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
42%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; mostly dry and wet seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional Tswana influences and community events.
🌃 Nightlife
34%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature reserves, wildlife, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; opportunities mainly informal.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and wildlife experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
31%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
59%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine widely available; international options limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
23%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
47%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; mostly basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
61%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is accessible; organic and specialty health foods are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT+2 time zone is convenient for European and African clients, less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
28%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited platforms or support locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
19%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not professionally managed.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
33%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still small and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
54%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and banking services exist but not as advanced as in larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited awareness and adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
46%
Weight: 30
Francistown Airport offers regional flights; limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
37%
Weight: 20
Informal minibus taxis dominate; no formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Moderate walkability in central areas; infrastructure varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are rare or non-existent; taxis are main option.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; some locals use bicycles.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
51%
Weight: 15
Bus and shared taxi services available for intercity travel; limited rail options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
12%
Weight: 10
Almost no scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
63%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
68%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
74%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some limitations in media.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Botswana is one of Africa’s most stable democracies.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
57%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
23%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Francistown digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
67%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe compared to other African cities, but petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate safety and cultural acceptance for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with some cultural conservatism.