Khartoum, Sudan 🇸🇩
#177
15.563597, 32.534912
Nomad Score:
38%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
65%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many global cities, but prices can vary significantly.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
52%
Weight: 80
Rent prices are moderate, but quality and availability can be inconsistent.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but taxi fares are reasonable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Limited options for entertainment, with higher prices for international venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership costs can be high relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
28%
Weight: 30
The Sudanese pound has faced significant fluctuations and instability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
45%
Weight: 100
Internet speed is generally slow and can be unreliable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can be an issue.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Khartoum is not a popular destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Work-life balance can vary, but local culture promotes a slower pace.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Environmental issues exist, particularly with waste management.
🧼 Cleanliness
35%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness can be a concern in many areas of the city.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Arabic is the primary language, which can pose challenges for non-speakers.
💨 Air Quality
30%
Weight: 15
Air quality is often poor due to pollution and dust.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities exist but may lack modern equipment and expertise.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are generally affordable, but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available, but serious conditions may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate, with plenty of sunny days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk from flooding during the rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
30%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green spaces available for relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in many buildings, especially in summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; primarily hot and dry.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to international influences.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are limited and often conservative.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
40%
Weight: 15
Some opportunities for outdoor activities, but not widely developed.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning resources available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
45%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but not well-promoted.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options exist.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is diverse, but international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities, often lacking modern equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but not widely accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be favorable for some remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
Very few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; limited platforms and opportunities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Non-existent coworking quality due to lack of spaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but still very nascent.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options available.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
International airport exists, but limited flight options.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but many are not pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling is not common and infrastructure is lacking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some bus services available, but not very frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work, but some restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting daily life.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and lengthy.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and can be burdensome.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
25%
Weight: 20
Political situation is unstable, affecting daily life.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be a bureaucratic challenge.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
20%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes are cumbersome and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Khartoum is not considered a nomad-friendly city.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community presence for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
35%
Weight: 100
Safety can be a concern, particularly for foreigners.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be restrictive for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but ethnic tensions can arise.