Maun, Botswana 🇧🇼
Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many urban centers, with reasonable prices for basic necessities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, but options can be limited in terms of variety and quality.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable fresh produce, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis are available but can add up quickly.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options, but local activities are generally affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
45%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and memberships can be relatively expensive for the area.
💱 Currency Stability
68%
Weight: 30
Botswana's currency is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
52%
Weight: 100
Internet speed can be inconsistent, especially in rural areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces available, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
40%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads; few community events.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a slower pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Natural surroundings are beautiful, but urban pollution can be an issue.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Varies by area; some neighborhoods are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but local languages may pose a challenge.
💨 Air Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though urban areas can experience pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are available, but quality can vary significantly.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are relatively affordable compared to many countries.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available, but specialized services may be lacking.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Warm and sunny climate, with a dry season that is very pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe choice for living.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural reserves nearby, promoting outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly warm and dry throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to diverse cultural activities.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly quiet after dark.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Exceptional access to nature and wildlife, with many outdoor activities available.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for learning local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, particularly focused on wildlife and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic food scene with local cuisine, but limited variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; limited wellness options.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities; options are basic and not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not widely accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe and Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Weak freelance ecosystem; few resources for freelancers.
🏢 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; few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; mostly regional connections.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but overall infrastructure is lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some options for intercity travel, but not very frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile network coverage in urban areas, but rural areas may struggle.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable, but can vary by provider.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but are not frequent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options; mostly found in cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not particularly favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Botswana is politically stable, contributing to a safe environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complex and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited amenities and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, with low crime rates in most areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to women, but cultural norms may vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Botswana is known for its racial tolerance and diversity.