Gaborone, Botswana 🇧🇼
#373
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Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to global standards, with lower costs than many Western cities but higher than some other African capitals.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but can be higher in central or expat-favored neighborhoods.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable fresh produce; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis and ride-sharing are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
68%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are somewhat limited but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but membership fees are moderate and facilities vary in quality.
💱 Currency Stability
74%
Weight: 30
Botswana Pula is relatively stable compared to many African currencies.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving but still inconsistent; fiber available in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; few options mainly in central business district.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hub; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is relatively clean but some areas show signs of litter and waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
89%
Weight: 30
English is an official language and widely spoken, easing communication.
💨 Air Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family amenities but limited entertainment options for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are basic; private clinics offer better care but at higher cost.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
62%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable but limited; private care is more expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious medical care often requires travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Warm, sunny climate with dry winters and mild summers; low rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
64%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas but limited urban greenery overall.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and offices but less so in residential areas.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with distinct wet and dry seasons but limited temperature variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
68%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise levels outside busy commercial areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich Setswana culture with vibrant traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
52%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with some bars and clubs but limited compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to nature reserves and wildlife parks offers excellent outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but opportunities to learn Setswana informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
76%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and wildlife experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful; international options are limited but growing.
🧠 Yoga Studios
39%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; niche market.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness centers available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is accessible; organic and specialty health foods are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
72%
Weight: 20
GMT+2 time zone is convenient for European and African clients but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still in early stages.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and banking services are improving but not fully integrated.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption and awareness of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport offers regional flights; limited direct international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
42%
Weight: 20
City layout favors cars; pedestrian infrastructure is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
38%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads are not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect major towns but options are limited and schedules irregular.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
68%
Weight: 15
Power outages occur occasionally but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Visa process is straightforward for many nationalities; tourist visas are easy to obtain.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some limitations in media freedom.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
One of Africa's most stable democracies with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Banking requires documentation; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves some paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Gaborone.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe compared to other African capitals but petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but caution advised in certain areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with moderate racial tolerance.