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Kenema, Sierra Leone 🇸🇱
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Nomad Score:
46%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Kenema is one of the more affordable cities in Sierra Leone with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are generally low, with basic apartments and rooms available at affordable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce and staples at very low prices; imported goods are more expensive but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but affordable local events and social gatherings.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
34%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and those that exist are basic with moderate pricing.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Sierra Leonean Leone experiences moderate inflation and currency fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
32%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces currently available in Kenema.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connectivity is often unstable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Very limited options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Kenema is not a known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life allows for good work-life balance but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Natural surroundings are good but urban areas have some pollution and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Public cleanliness is moderate; waste disposal systems are underdeveloped.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
English is official language but Krio and local languages dominate; some communication challenges for non-locals.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality outside urban centers; some dust and smoke in town.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families; limited schooling and healthcare options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic with limited resources and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but quality is a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
32%
Weight: 20
Limited access to advanced medical care; emergency services are basic.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense but generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by natural greenery and forests, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in most accommodations or public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and markets; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional music, dance, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and small gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
82%
Weight: 15
Access to forests, hills, and natural reserves nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; opportunity to learn Krio and local languages informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local cultural tours available but not widely developed for tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues or activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh ingredients; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios in Kenema.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers; mostly informal or outdoor exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; processed healthy foods less common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is convenient for Europe and Africa but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
Local job market for remote work is minimal.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
No established freelance community or platforms locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces; no infrastructure for professional remote work.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity or support.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but banking infrastructure is limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Freetown; Kenema has a small local airstrip with limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Informal minibuses and motorcycle taxis are common but no formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
45%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure like sidewalks is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No formal ride-sharing apps operating in Kenema.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but roads are not well maintained or safe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Bus and shared taxis available but travel can be slow and uncomfortable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally good but data speeds are moderate.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but internet instability can affect connection quality.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; many rely on generators or solar power.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; process can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is basic; limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but occasional restrictions and self-censorship exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions and protests occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Process is possible but slow and involves paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program exists.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Kenema is not currently considered a nomad-friendly destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is low.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be challenging; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some cultural misunderstandings may occur.