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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to Western standards but higher than many African cities due to oil industry influence.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Accommodation can be expensive, especially for quality housing, driven by oil sector demand.
🍎 Food & Groceries
67%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable produce, but imported goods are costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis are common and reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
43%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; nightlife and cultural events are scarce and can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
38%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, membership tends to be expensive relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
CFA franc is pegged to the Euro, providing relative currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
47%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, with occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces in the city.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
31%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
10%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Very low presence of digital nomads; city is not a known nomad destination.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some pollution due to oil industry.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
French is official language; English is rarely spoken, posing challenges for non-French speakers.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air quality affected by industrial emissions and traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
45%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and schools for expats.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
35%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; serious cases require travel to Libreville or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
38%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; high humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional heavy rains and flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Few public parks or green spaces within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
63%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and offices 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 industrial activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture influenced by Fang and other ethnic groups; limited cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited with few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
68%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby beaches and natural reserves; good for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; French immersion possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available focusing on nature and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
58%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is diverse but international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are virtually non-existent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
32%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness centers and sports facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 time zone is convenient for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 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
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces to assess quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Very nascent startup ecosystem with limited support.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but digital payment infrastructure is limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low awareness and adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Port-Gentil airport connects mainly to Libreville and regional hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal and limited.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable but infrastructure is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
15%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads are not cyclist-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited options; mainly flights and some road transport.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally good in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services work but can be unstable due to internet quality.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
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
Tax system is complex and not particularly favorable for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable politically but occasional tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be difficult for foreigners due to documentation requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but bureaucratic and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Overall, the city is not very friendly or prepared for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
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
Some cultural challenges for women; caution advised especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but foreigners may experience occasional discrimination.