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Dschang, Cameroon 🇨🇲
#424
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards; affordable food, transport, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options, though quality varies; limited modern apartments for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Limited formal entertainment venues; local cultural events are inexpensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
51%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees are moderate but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
53%
Weight: 30
Cameroon uses Central African CFA franc, relatively stable but subject to regional economic shifts.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
44%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable; fiber connections are rare.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces; mostly informal work setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Not a known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
67%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but limited amenities for work-life integration.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental conditions; some pollution in urban areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
Public cleanliness is inconsistent; waste management infrastructure is limited.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
French is dominant; English less common; limited English services.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Generally moderate air quality; occasional dust and vehicle emissions.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families; limited international schools and healthcare.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
38%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is variable.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped; serious cases require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
74%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
63%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas nearby; urban green spaces limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and markets; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with diverse ethnic groups and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Access to natural landscapes and hiking opportunities nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn French and local languages but limited formal schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Local cultural tours available but not widely commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh ingredients; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
38%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 timezone suitable for European and African clients; less ideal for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is minimal and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces with professional amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup activity but very limited infrastructure and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but limited card acceptance and online payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Dschang lacks a major airport; nearest international airports require travel.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit; reliance on minibuses and motorcycle taxis.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure is basic and sidewalks limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No formal ride-sharing apps operating in Dschang.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated lanes and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Road transport available but infrastructure is variable; no rail connections.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
12%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally good; 3G and some 4G available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services work but internet instability can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; backup power often necessary.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no specific incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; some government control over media.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional regional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking requires documentation; process can be slow and restrictive for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar permits available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Overall low infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums related to Dschang for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime exists; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms may pose challenges; limited women-focused services.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but foreigners may experience occasional discrimination.