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Francistown, Botswana 🇧🇼
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable living costs compared to global standards, with low prices on local goods and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options available, though quality and variety can be limited outside main areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, but limited in frequency and coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and moderately priced, with few international-standard venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
59%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not widespread; membership fees are moderate.
💱 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 moderate but can be inconsistent; fiber is limited mostly to central areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very few dedicated coworking spaces; digital nomads often work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
37%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes offering reliable WiFi; connectivity can be spotty.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
29%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and comfortable seating are scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Francistown is not a known hub for digital nomads; community is very small.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
79%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with less hustle; work opportunities limited but environment conducive to balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas may have waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
72%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and limited traffic congestion.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
57%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities available; limited international schools and childcare.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
47%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; advanced care requires travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
69%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
53%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; adequate for minor issues but not for serious conditions.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
81%
Weight: 80
Warm, semi-arid climate with sunny days most of the year; mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
54%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but limited urban greenery overall.
❄️ Air Conditioning
48%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on fans or natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; mostly dry and warm with a short rainy season.
🔊 Noise Pollution
63%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution overall; quiet residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional music and crafts; limited international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
31%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited with few bars and clubs; mostly low-key social venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Proximity to natural reserves and wildlife areas offers good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; some opportunities to learn local languages informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Several local tours and cultural experiences available, especially related to wildlife.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is traditional and affordable; international options are scarce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
24%
Weight: 10
Very limited yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
49%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but few specialized fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
51%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available; healthy prepared food options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
GMT+2 timezone is convenient for European and African clients but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
23%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Botswana.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
27%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure is underdeveloped; few platforms or support systems locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Very limited coworking spaces; existing ones lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
34%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but still nascent with limited funding and mentorship.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and banking services are improving but still not fully integrated.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
31%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity; crypto use is minimal.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
42%
Weight: 30
Francistown Airport has limited international flights; most connections require transfer via Gaborone or Johannesburg.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited and informal; no extensive bus or rail network.
🚶 Walkability
41%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas in the city center but infrastructure is not pedestrian-friendly overall.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not widely available; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
33%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; roads are not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
47%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to other cities but are infrequent and sometimes unreliable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
12%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
64%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; rural coverage is patchy.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; no major restrictions reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur; backup power is recommended.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
54%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
73%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some limitations.
🏛️ Political Stability
79%
Weight: 20
Botswana is one of Africa's most stable democracies.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
51%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
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
24%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
11%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums for nomads in Francistown.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
62%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe compared to other African cities, but petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate safety and social acceptance for female travelers; caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with some cultural conservatism.