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Nomad Score: 57%

πŸ’° Cost & Affordability

πŸ’Έ Cost of Living
81% Weight: 150
Nyamagabe is quite affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79% Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though limited in variety and quality compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
84% Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87% Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72% Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs are low but options are few.
πŸ‹οΈ Gym Membership Cost
60% Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees are moderate but facilities are basic.
πŸ’± Currency Stability
75% Weight: 30
Rwandan Franc is relatively stable with moderate inflation.

πŸ’» Digital Nomad Essentials

πŸš€ Internet Speed
53% Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds can be inconsistent and slower than major urban centers.
πŸ‘₯ Coworking Spaces Availability
31% Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or accommodation.
β˜• Cafes with WiFi
45% Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity can be unreliable.
πŸ’»β˜• Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38% Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20% Weight: 100
Nyamagabe is not a popular destination among digital nomads currently.
πŸ“± Local SIM Card Availability
85% Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with good network coverage.

🌟 Quality of Life

βš–οΈ Work-Life Balance
78% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities to enjoy nature and local culture.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89% Weight: 15
Clean air and abundant greenery due to rural setting.
🧼 Cleanliness
76% Weight: 10
Generally clean town with community efforts to maintain hygiene.
πŸ—¨οΈ Language Barrier
54% Weight: 30
Kinyarwanda is dominant; English and French are spoken but less common in rural areas.
πŸ’¨ Air Quality
92% Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant vegetation.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family Friendly
55% Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities but safe environment.

πŸ₯ Healthcare

πŸ₯ Healthcare Quality
42% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to Kigali is necessary.
πŸ’‰ Healthcare Affordability
70% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
πŸ₯ Healthcare
45% Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; suitable for minor health issues.

🌿 Climate & Environment

β˜€οΈ Weather
79% Weight: 80
Mild tropical climate with moderate temperatures and distinct wet and dry seasons.
πŸŒͺ️ Natural Disaster Risk
85% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95% Weight: 10
Surrounded by forests and hills, offering abundant natural green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30% Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in accommodations and public places.
πŸ‚ Seasonal Variety
40% Weight: 10
Tropical climate with wet and dry seasons but little temperature variation.
πŸ”Š Noise Pollution
87% Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to rural setting and low traffic.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
77% Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional music, dance, and crafts.
πŸŒƒ Nightlife
25% Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small local bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93% Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, nature walks, and exploring nearby national parks.
πŸ—£οΈ Language Learning Opportunities
48% Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Kinyarwanda.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74% Weight: 10
Community-based tourism and cultural tours available but limited in scale.
🎳 Indoors Fun
32% Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
68% Weight: 25
Local cuisine is fresh and affordable; limited international food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20% Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
πŸ‹οΈ Fitness Facilities
35% Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness options available.
πŸ₯— Healthy Food Options
70% Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; limited organic or specialty health food stores.

πŸ’Ό Work Environment

πŸ•°οΈ Time Zone Favorability
76% Weight: 20
UTC+2 time zone is convenient for European and African clients; less so for Americas or Asia.
🀝 Networking Opportunities
28% Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
πŸ’» Remote Job Opportunities
30% Weight: 20
Local job market for remote work is minimal; most opportunities come from abroad.
πŸ†“ Freelance Ecosystem
25% Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure and community are underdeveloped.
🏒 Coworking Quality
20% Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.

πŸ“ˆ Business & Economy

πŸš€ Startup Scene
35% Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem centered mostly in Kigali; minimal activity in Nyamagabe.
πŸ’³ Local Payment Services
62% Weight: 10
Mobile money services like MTN Mobile Money are widely used and reliable.
πŸ”— Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30% Weight: 15
Limited adoption and awareness of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.

πŸš† Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
38% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Kigali International Airport, about 2-3 hours away by road.
πŸš‡ Public Transit
65% Weight: 20
Local minibuses and motorcycle taxis are common but no formal public transit system.
🚢 Walkability
50% Weight: 20
Town center is walkable but infrastructure is basic and sidewalks are limited.
πŸš— Ride-sharing Services
20% Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not available; reliance on motorcycle taxis.
🚲 Cycling
40% Weight: 10
Cycling possible but roads are hilly and infrastructure is minimal.
πŸš„ Intercity Travel Options
60% Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect Nyamagabe to other cities; travel times can be long.
πŸ›΅ Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25% Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.

πŸ“‘ Connectivity

πŸ“± Mobile Network Coverage
70% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas.
πŸ”’ VPN Reliability
65% Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well without major restrictions.
⚑ Power Grid Reliability
60% Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur but generally stable.
πŸ“Ά Public WiFi Availability
35% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.

βš–οΈ Legal & Administrative

πŸ›‚ Visa Ease
78% Weight: 40
Rwanda offers e-visas and visa on arrival for many nationalities.
πŸ“Š Tax Friendliness
55% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; digital nomads should consult local regulations.
πŸ—£οΈ Freedom of Speech
60% Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist but generally safe for expression.
πŸ›οΈ Political Stability
75% Weight: 20
Rwanda is politically stable with low crime rates.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50% Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; process can be bureaucratic.
πŸ“„ Ease of Business Registration
65% Weight: 10
Rwanda is known for relatively easy business registration processes.
πŸ“„βœˆοΈ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
30% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🀝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15% Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐πŸ‘₯ Online Community Presence
20% Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Nyamagabe digital nomads.

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety & Tolerance

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety
78% Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
65% Weight: 50
Safe for women travelers but cultural norms are conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners.

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