Ongwediva, Namibia 🇳🇦
#1324
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Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable living costs compared to global standards, with lower prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options, though quality and availability can vary; more limited than in larger cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer reasonably priced food, though imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive; however, options are limited and not very frequent.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable; nightlife and cultural events are modest.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
68%
Weight: 30
Namibian dollar is relatively stable, pegged to the South African rand, but regional economic factors can cause fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
52%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are moderate; fiber is available but not widespread, and connections can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; options are limited and internet quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Ongwediva is not a popular destination for digital nomads; very few nomads present.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with low stress, but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with low pollution and natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; public areas are maintained but some waste management issues exist.
🗨️ Language Barrier
70%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and open spaces.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to larger cities is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but limited in quality and availability.
🏥 Healthcare
48%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure; suitable for minor issues but not emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Warm, dry climate with plenty of sunshine year-round; minimal rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas nearby, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly warm and dry with little change throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional Namibian influences, but limited international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Access to natural landscapes and outdoor activities like hiking and wildlife viewing.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; opportunities mainly through community interaction.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available, though not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine available; limited international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios in the city.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; basic facilities only.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some availability of fresh produce; limited specialized health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 timezone is convenient for European and African clients but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from outside the region.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; freelancers mostly work independently.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not optimized for digital nomads.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Small and emerging startup scene; limited resources and funding.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payment services available but not highly advanced.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and infrastructure for blockchain and crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Oshakati or Ondangwa, with limited international flights; requires connecting flights.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Moderate walkability in central areas but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not widely available.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated bike lanes and infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity bus services; travel often requires private transport.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in outskirts.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages; infrastructure improving but not fully stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documentation; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate process; some paperwork and time required.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Virtually no nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for digital nomads in Ongwediva.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime, but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate female friendliness; some cultural conservatism but generally safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; Namibia is diverse but some social divisions persist.