Kenema, Sierra Leone 🇸🇱
#1669
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Nomad Score:
44%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Kenema is generally affordable with low costs for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
76%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low but options are limited; basic housing is affordable but quality varies.
🍎 Food & Groceries
84%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported goods are pricier but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs are low but options are sparse.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
31%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, membership fees are moderate but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
45%
Weight: 30
Sierra Leonean Leone experiences moderate inflation and currency fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
38%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with frequent outages; 3G/4G coverage is spotty.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
18%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes suitable for working remotely.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Kenema is not a known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; affordable data plans available.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life but limited amenities can affect work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Natural environment is rich but urban areas have some pollution and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
37%
Weight: 10
Public spaces often suffer from litter and inadequate sanitation.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
English is official language but Krio and local languages dominate; communication can be challenging.
💨 Air Quality
63%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality outside urban centers; some dust and smoke in town.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and healthcare; not ideal for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
29%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic with limited resources and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable but quality is low.
🏥 Healthcare
31%
Weight: 20
Limited access to advanced medical care; serious cases require travel to Freetown or abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense but overall pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
52%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas nearby but limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
34%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is rare and expensive; most buildings rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
48%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and markets; quieter than larger cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich local traditions and cultural heritage with vibrant community life.
🌃 Nightlife
28%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and social gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to forests, rivers, and natural landscapes suitable for exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited structured options.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but not widely developed.
🎳 Indoors Fun
23%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful and affordable but limited variety for international tastes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
5%
Weight: 10
No known dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers; mostly informal or basic setups.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
57%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
64%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is convenient for Europe and Africa but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure and support are underdeveloped.
🏢 Coworking Quality
8%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups lack amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
12%
Weight: 15
Very nascent startup ecosystem with limited support.
💳 Local Payment Services
43%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but banking infrastructure is limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Freetown; Kenema has a small airstrip with limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Informal minibuses and motorcycle taxis are common but no formal system.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Town center is walkable but infrastructure is basic and sidewalks limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps like Uber or Bolt available.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but roads are not well maintained or safe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Bus and shared taxis available but journeys can be long and uncomfortable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Coverage is patchy outside urban areas; 3G/4G available but inconsistent.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but connection speeds can limit effectiveness.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
22%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is very limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities but process can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is basic; foreign income taxation rules unclear for nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but some media restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
58%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions and protests occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking processes are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but slow and paperwork-heavy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar programs available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Kenema is not developed or marketed as a nomad-friendly destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
12%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for nomads in Kenema.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime and occasional unrest require caution.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms and safety concerns can pose challenges for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but foreigners may experience occasional curiosity or discrimination.