💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to global standards, especially for food and local services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, but quality and availability of modern apartments can be limited.
🍎 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 shared taxis are very cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, mostly local bars and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership can be relatively expensive compared to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
50%
Weight: 30
The Gambian dalasi has moderate volatility; inflation is controlled but can fluctuate.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
48%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially outside urban centers.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
37%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality varies greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Serekunda is not a known hotspot for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a strong community focus supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
64%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some pollution in urban areas but generally clean surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
53%
Weight: 10
Urban cleanliness is inconsistent; waste management infrastructure is developing.
🗨️ Language Barrier
69%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, easing communication for many digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally acceptable but can be affected by dust and traffic emissions.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
38%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; serious medical issues require travel abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure and specialist services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and a distinct dry season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
54%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but urban development limits extensive green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
41%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant music, dance, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, mostly local bars and occasional live music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
71%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, river activities, and nature reserves nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but opportunities to learn local languages informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Several cultural tours and local experiences available, though not heavily commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
32%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local West African cuisine; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness centers and facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are available, but processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
72%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is convenient for European and African digital nomads.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events or communities for digital professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
24%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance infrastructure or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces; those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
22%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services are growing but still limited in scope.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low awareness and adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
58%
Weight: 30
Banjul International Airport connects to regional hubs but limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
47%
Weight: 20
Informal public transport available but lacks reliability and coverage.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable but infrastructure is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but limited by road conditions and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
52%
Weight: 15
Bus and shared taxis connect major towns but can be slow and uncomfortable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
63%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in rural zones.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPN services work but internet restrictions and speed can affect reliability.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; backup generators often necessary.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
28%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; limited digital nomad-specific tax policies.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some government restrictions on media and speech exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with occasional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
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
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized events for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Serekunda digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime, but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender equality; cultural norms may require caution for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with a welcoming attitude towards foreigners.