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Kumasi, Ghana 🇬🇭
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Nomad Score: 61%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
87% Weight: 150
Kumasi is generally affordable with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79% Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality varies; expat-friendly apartments can be pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85% Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91% Weight: 20
Public transport and tro-tros are very cheap; taxis moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73% Weight: 15
Affordable local entertainment options, but limited variety for international tastes.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62% Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
54% Weight: 30
Ghanaian cedi experiences moderate volatility; inflation concerns persist.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
58% Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-15 Mbps; occasional outages and slower during peak hours.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41% Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; limited options compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
53% Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but reliability and speed vary widely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
47% Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32% Weight: 100
Kumasi is not yet a popular destination among digital nomads.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities to enjoy local culture and nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
61% Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; some areas affected by waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
48% Weight: 10
Urban areas can be littered; cleanliness varies by neighborhood.
🗨️ Language Barrier
69% Weight: 30
English is official language, but local languages dominate; some communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
55% Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate; occasional dust and vehicle emissions impact.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
49% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
52% Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is uneven; private clinics better but more expensive.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
89% Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be heavy but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
84% Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67% Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but urban expansion limits availability.
❄️ Air Conditioning
59% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and some apartments but not widespread.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21% Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
88% Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, crafts, and traditional music.
🌃 Nightlife
54% Weight: 15
Nightlife exists but is limited; mostly local bars and occasional live music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75% Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions and parks offer outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
63% Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn local languages like Twi are available but limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79% Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
46% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
78% Weight: 25
Vibrant local cuisine with many street food options; international food less common.
🧠 Yoga Studios
37% Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; wellness scene is emerging.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
51% Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
64% Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; processed healthy options limited.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
72% Weight: 20
GMT timezone is convenient for Europe and parts of the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
43% Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
39% Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40% Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with few support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
38% Weight: 30
Existing coworking spaces are basic and lack amenities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
50% Weight: 15
Growing startup ecosystem but still developing.
💳 Local Payment Services
65% Weight: 10
Mobile money services are popular and widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
57% Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; regulatory environment evolving.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
68% Weight: 30
Kumasi airport has regional flights; limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
69% Weight: 20
Public transport mainly tro-tros and buses; affordable but crowded.
🚶 Walkability
52% Weight: 20
City center walkable but infrastructure and sidewalks can be poor.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
56% Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Bolt and Uber operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
31% Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
64% Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect Kumasi to other cities; reliable but slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
28% Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
74% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less consistent.
🔒 VPN Reliability
61% Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; occasional slowdowns.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
45% Weight: 15
Frequent power outages common; backup power often necessary.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
42% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
67% Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
73% Weight: 15
Generally respected with some limitations in media.
🏛️ Political Stability
79% Weight: 20
Relatively stable democracy with peaceful transitions of power.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55% Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic; ID and local address required.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58% Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves multiple steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
41% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
29% Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
34% Weight: 20
Small online presence for Kumasi digital nomads.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
63% Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime and scams occur; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
57% Weight: 50
Women can travel safely but cultural norms require awareness.
✊ Racial Tolerance
71% Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners; some occasional cultural misunderstandings.

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