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Nyamata, Rwanda 🇷🇼
#1020 ,

Nomad Score: 60%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
81% Weight: 150
Nyamata offers a low cost of living compared to global standards, with affordable food, transport, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79% Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, with options ranging from basic apartments to modest guesthouses.
🍎 Food & Groceries
83% Weight: 40
Local markets provide fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85% Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62% Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs are low but options are fewer compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
51% Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are affordable but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
74% Weight: 30
Rwandan franc is relatively stable with moderate inflation rates.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
68% Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; reliable but can be inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35% Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
57% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42% Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28% Weight: 100
Nyamata is not a well-known digital nomad hub; most nomads prefer Kigali or other cities.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities to explore nature and local culture.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87% Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and green surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
79% Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public areas, with ongoing community efforts.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54% Weight: 30
Kinyarwanda is dominant; English and French are spoken but less common outside Kigali.
💨 Air Quality
89% Weight: 15
Very good air quality due to rural setting and low pollution.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
53% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; for advanced care, travel to Kigali is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
55% Weight: 20
Limited local healthcare infrastructure; adequate for minor issues but limited emergency services.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
78% Weight: 80
Tropical highland climate with moderate temperatures year-round; some rainy seasons.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
86% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
91% Weight: 10
Abundant green areas and proximity to nature reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40% Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in most accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
45% Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with wet and dry seasons, but little temperature variation.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
77% Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional music, dance, and crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
32% Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; most social activities are daytime or community-based.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90% Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, wildlife, and scenic landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50% Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Kinyarwanda and French through community interaction.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74% Weight: 10
Several cultural and nature tours available, though less commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
65% Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh ingredients; fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
21% Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
43% Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness options available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67% Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; organic options limited.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70% Weight: 20
UTC+2 time zone works well for Europe and Africa; less ideal for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30% Weight: 25
Few formal networking events; informal community gatherings are rare.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25% Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31% Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
33% Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
40% Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem centered mostly in Kigali.
💳 Local Payment Services
60% Weight: 10
Mobile money services like MTN Mobile Money are widely used and reliable.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
37% Weight: 15
Growing interest but still nascent adoption and infrastructure.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
45% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Kigali International Airport, about 40 km away.
🚇 Public Transit
58% Weight: 20
Limited formal public transit; motorcycle taxis are common.
🚶 Walkability
62% Weight: 20
Small town layout allows for walking, but sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
39% Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; reliance on moto-taxis.
🚲 Cycling
50% Weight: 10
Cycling possible but infrastructure and safety are limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
61% Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect Nyamata to Kigali and other towns.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
34% Weight: 10
Limited formal rental services; informal options may exist.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage with major providers; some rural spots less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70% Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
63% Weight: 15
Occasional outages but improving infrastructure.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
47% Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and hotels.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
72% Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and e-visa options available for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; limited incentives for freelancers or remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60% Weight: 15
Generally stable but some restrictions on political speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
78% Weight: 20
Relatively stable government with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55% Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; process can be slow for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
64% Weight: 10
Streamlined processes in Rwanda, but some bureaucracy remains.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
37% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20% Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33% Weight: 20
Small online presence for Nyamata among nomads; more activity centered in Kigali.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
79% Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
65% Weight: 50
Respectful culture but some traditional gender roles persist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society; foreigners are welcomed but occasional cultural misunderstandings may occur.

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