Antananarivo, Madagascar 🇲🇬
#365
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Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options, though quality varies; mid-range apartments are reasonably priced.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, making commuting affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited but affordable entertainment options; nightlife and cultural events are inexpensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
61%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are limited in number and quality; prices are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
43%
Weight: 30
Malagasy Ariary has moderate volatility and inflation concerns.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
47%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable compared to global standards.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; options are limited mostly to informal setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies significantly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; very few expatriates.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID and affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
64%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but infrastructure challenges can affect productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Natural environment is rich but urban pollution and waste management are issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
39%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with visible litter and sanitation challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
41%
Weight: 30
French and Malagasy are dominant; English is not widely spoken, posing challenges.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution in urban areas but generally better than larger cities.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
37%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; limited advanced medical services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but quality and availability are concerns.
🏥 Healthcare
39%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality healthcare; expatriates often travel for serious treatments.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Risk of cyclones and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
54%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas but urban green space is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
48%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings lack it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
31%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
37%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in urban areas due to traffic and street activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich Malagasy culture with unique traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Access to unique natural parks, wildlife, and hiking opportunities nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
52%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Malagasy and French exist but are limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
36%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
29%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers, mostly basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is abundant; healthy eating possible but processed options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
63%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 is moderately convenient for Europe and Africa, less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
27%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most work is informal or offline.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is very small and underdeveloped.
🏢 Coworking Quality
31%
Weight: 30
Limited coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still nascent and small scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but are less developed than in other African countries.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
23%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and awareness of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
51%
Weight: 30
International airport with some connections but limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
37%
Weight: 20
Informal and crowded public transport; no modern system.
🚶 Walkability
44%
Weight: 20
Some walkable neighborhoods but infrastructure is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
29%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited or non-existent; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
33%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
41%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity transport options; mostly buses and taxis.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/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
VPNs generally work but internet restrictions and speed issues can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
42%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and unstable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain but no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; complex regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
62%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but occasional government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
45%
Weight: 20
Political situation can be unstable with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
38%
Weight: 10
Business registration is slow and involves complex paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
31%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
22%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums for digital nomads in Antananarivo.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
46%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns; petty crime is common, especially at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution; cultural norms and safety issues exist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some xenophobia reported.