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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, especially outside the capital Libreville.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality and availability can be limited in Oyem.
🍎 Food & Groceries
74%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Local transport is inexpensive but limited in frequency and coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs are low but options are scarce.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
31%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees can be relatively high due to scarcity.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
CFA franc is pegged to the Euro, providing moderate currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
37%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially outside major cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces in Oyem; remote work usually done from home or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity can be spotty.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
12%
Weight: 30
Very limited options catering to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Oyem is not a known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life and less work pressure contribute positively.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Surrounded by natural greenery and less industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
43%
Weight: 10
Public spaces can be moderately clean but infrastructure is lacking.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
French is the official language; limited English spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families exist but limited entertainment and schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but limited facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
32%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
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
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural greenery and proximity to forests.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in public and private spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise levels outside of market areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional Gabonese customs and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to forests, wildlife, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; immersion mostly through daily life.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local cultural tours available but not widely developed.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is rich but limited variety of international food.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios in Oyem.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness centers and sports facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables readily available; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 time zone is convenient for Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure and community are almost non-existent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces available.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but are not widespread or highly developed.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption and infrastructure for blockchain or crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Oyem has a small airport with limited flights; major international travel requires connection via Libreville.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and informal.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Town is small enough to walk but infrastructure like sidewalks is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No formal ride-sharing services like Uber or Bolt.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but roads and safety infrastructure are limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services; road conditions can be poor.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
5%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is available but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet instability can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
35%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for some nationalities; process can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but limited digital nomad-specific incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable politically but occasional unrest in the region.
🏦 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 digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Oyem is not established as a digital nomad destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is low.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be conservative; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but limited diversity.