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Maputo, Mozambique 🇲🇿
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, though imported goods can be pricey.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can vary; expat areas tend to be more expensive.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported groceries are costlier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited variety of entertainment options; prices are reasonable but choices are fewer.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are limited; membership fees are moderate but facilities vary in quality.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Mozambican metical has experienced volatility; inflation concerns persist.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
56%
Weight: 100
Internet is improving but still inconsistent; fiber available in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
38%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; limited infrastructure for remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
39%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
27%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with slower pace compared to major global cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution exists but natural surroundings are relatively clean.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is inconsistent; some areas have waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is official language; English is limited outside tourist and expat circles.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; some pollution in urban areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
45%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and schooling options for expats.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
35%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; private clinics better but costly.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Private healthcare is expensive but public healthcare is affordable though limited.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped for expat standards.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from November to April.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Some risk of cyclones and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
48%
Weight: 10
Limited urban parks but proximity to natural coastal areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older housing.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Urban noise levels can be high, especially in busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with Portuguese and African influences.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with some bars and clubs but limited compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
72%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, parks, and nearby natural reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Portuguese language schools available but limited options for other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Opportunities for cultural tours, wildlife excursions, and coastal activities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful with seafood and African-Portuguese fusion.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is widely available; healthy eating possible but depends on location.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT+2 time zone is convenient for Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
35%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
28%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is emerging but still very limited.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services are growing; card payments accepted in some places.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Maputo International Airport connects to regional hubs but limited direct long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal and unreliable; minibuses and motorcycle taxis dominate.
🚶 Walkability
45%
Weight: 20
Some walkable neighborhoods but infrastructure and safety concerns limit walking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited or non-existent; reliance on motorcycle taxis.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Limited but available bus and minibus services to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in rural zones.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and load shedding are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are obtainable but processes can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not particularly favorable for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government oversight.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves lengthy procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Maputo.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to petty crime; caution advised 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 society but occasional social tensions reported.