💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to other African cities due to import reliance and limited local production.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Housing prices are relatively high, especially for secure and comfortable apartments favored by expats.
🍎 Food & Groceries
45%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable but imported goods and dining out can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
62%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap but limited; taxis are affordable but less regulated.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options with moderate pricing; nightlife is not very developed.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Gyms are scarce and tend to be expensive compared to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
The Central African CFA franc is pegged to the Euro, providing relative currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
32%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes offering WiFi; connection quality varies greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets are often insufficient.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID and offer decent data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
55%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but limited professional infrastructure can affect productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; proximity to nature is good but city waste management is lacking.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
City streets and public areas often suffer from litter and poor sanitation.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
French is the official language; limited English spoken outside tourist or expat circles.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Air quality is average; some pollution from traffic but less industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and schools for expats.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; serious medical conditions require travel abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively affordable but quality is low.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality healthcare services; expats often rely on private clinics.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; high humidity and rainy season from October to May.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional heavy rains can cause flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas exist but are limited within the urban environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise pollution from traffic and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich Gabonese culture with French colonial influences; limited international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited mostly to bars and a few clubs; not very vibrant for tourists or nomads.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Close to rainforests, beaches, and national parks offering good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Opportunities mainly for French language learning; limited options for other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and nature tours available but infrastructure is basic.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but international dining options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; facilities often basic.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but processed healthy food options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 time zone is convenient for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure is underdeveloped with few platforms or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces with professional amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Very nascent startup ecosystem with limited funding and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but are not widely integrated with international payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited regulatory clarity around cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Libreville International Airport connects to regional hubs but limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transport is minimal and unreliable; mostly informal minibuses.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable but sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are poor.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
15%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is almost non-existent and roads are unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity bus services; road conditions vary.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in rural zones.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work but occasional government restrictions can occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for some nationalities but process can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex with limited incentives for freelancers or remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech but some government restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable politically but occasional tensions and corruption issues.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but can be slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and community support for nomads is very limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence or forums dedicated to nomads in Libreville.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution; cultural norms can be conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some xenophobia reported.