Oshakati, Namibia 🇳🇦
#282
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable living costs compared to global standards, though slightly higher than rural Namibian areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Moderate rental prices; limited high-end options but affordable basic housing available.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer reasonably priced groceries; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis and shared rides are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
54%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs are moderate but options are fewer compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available with moderate membership fees.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Namibian dollar is pegged to the South African rand, providing relative stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
42%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving but still relatively slow and unreliable compared to global standards.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
28%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Oshakati is not a known hub for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with less hustle, suitable for balancing work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city but some areas may have waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but local languages dominate; some communication challenges possible.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families but limited entertainment and schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to larger cities is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
48%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; suitable for minor health issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Warm and dry climate with plenty of sunshine most of the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; mostly dry and warm year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
70%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional events and community gatherings.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
76%
Weight: 15
Access to natural landscapes and wildlife areas nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences available but limited in variety.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
59%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine available; limited international food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some fresh produce available; limited health-focused restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 time zone is convenient for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
23%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance ecosystem and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Very limited coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup community.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payment services available but limited digital options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Oshakati Airport has limited flights; major international travel requires connection via Windhoek.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transport options are minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable but infrastructure is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services like Uber or Bolt available.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated lanes and infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
42%
Weight: 15
Bus services available but infrequent and slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas with 4G available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional connectivity issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Power supply is mostly stable but occasional outages occur.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward for many nationalities; 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 respected with some limitations.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Namibia is politically stable with peaceful governance.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; process can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Not a popular or well-developed destination for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe but petty crime exists; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but cultural norms may require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some social divisions persist.