Antsiranana, Madagascar 🇲🇬
#368
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
84%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is inexpensive, with options ranging from budget guesthouses to modest apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are pricier but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, though options are limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues but affordable local events and cultural activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership can be moderately priced relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Malagasy Ariary has moderate volatility and inflation concerns.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
38%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and often unreliable, with limited broadband infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very few or no dedicated coworking spaces in Antsiranana.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
32%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
21%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Very low presence of digital nomads; city is off the typical nomad radar.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities for outdoor activities and low stress.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean air and natural surroundings, though some urban areas have waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
54%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; some streets and public areas can be littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30%
Weight: 30
French and Malagasy are primary languages; English is rarely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
35%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited specialized care and facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
76%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
38%
Weight: 20
Limited access to advanced medical care; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and a distinct wet season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones during rainy season; generally stable otherwise.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green areas and proximity to beaches and forests.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in accommodations and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich Malagasy culture with unique traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
28%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, national parks, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; opportunities mostly informal.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural and nature tours, including marine and wildlife excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Local Malagasy cuisine is flavorful; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No known dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
25%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers; mostly informal or outdoor exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; limited organic or specialty health foods.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 time zone is moderately convenient for Europe and Africa, less so for Americas and Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
12%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity in the city.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but limited card acceptance and banking infrastructure.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption and awareness of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Small regional airport with limited flights; connections mainly via Antananarivo.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; mainly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operating locally.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
32%
Weight: 15
Limited and slow intercity transport options; mainly buses and taxis.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental services; mostly informal arrangements.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in outskirts.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work but can be slow due to internet quality.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain on arrival for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with limited benefits for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with occasional government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Some political instability and occasional unrest, but generally stable.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Lengthy and complex process with bureaucratic hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for nomads in Antsiranana.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms may pose challenges; basic safety precautions advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society though some xenophobia reported in rural areas.