Mogadishu, Somalia 🇸🇴
#346
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Nomad Score:
36%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, especially for food and local services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
74%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality and security vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public transport and informal taxis are cheap, but infrastructure is limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs vary but options are scarce.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
21%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees can be high relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
25%
Weight: 30
Somali shilling experiences volatility; reliance on USD is common.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
38%
Weight: 100
Internet access is improving but remains slow and unreliable in many areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces available.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
23%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity is often unstable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Minimal options tailored to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Very low presence of digital nomads due to security and infrastructure challenges.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
40%
Weight: 30
Challenging environment but community-oriented culture supports social life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
30%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect environment quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
28%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is poor due to limited municipal services.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Somali and Arabic are primary languages; English is limited outside business circles.
💨 Air Quality
32%
Weight: 15
Dust and pollution levels are high, impacting air quality.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
15%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities and safety concerns make it unsuitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
20%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped with limited facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable but quality is low.
🏥 Healthcare
23%
Weight: 20
Limited access to reliable medical care and emergency services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Hot, dry climate with abundant sunshine year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes; drought is a concern.
🏞️ Green Spaces
18%
Weight: 10
Very few public parks or green areas in the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in some hotels and offices but not widespread.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
10%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently hot and dry.
🔊 Noise Pollution
30%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise pollution from traffic and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich Somali cultural heritage with strong traditions and community bonds.
🌃 Nightlife
12%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options due to security and cultural norms.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
45%
Weight: 15
Coastal location offers beaches; limited other outdoor recreational options.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but challenging.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
25%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours; local experiences are informal and require connections.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Traditional Somali cuisine is flavorful; international options are scarce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
5%
Weight: 10
Practically no yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
15%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed healthy options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 time zone is moderately favorable for Europe and Middle East connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure and support are underdeveloped.
🏢 Coworking Quality
8%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces with professional amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very limited startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but banking infrastructure is weak.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
International airport with limited direct flights; connections mainly through Middle East hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on informal taxis.
🚶 Walkability
30%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure and safety concerns limit pedestrian activity.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No established ride-sharing apps; informal taxi services dominate.
🚲 Cycling
5%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is virtually nonexistent.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
25%
Weight: 15
Limited and often unsafe intercity travel options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
3%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is improving with 3G/4G available in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional restrictions and slow speeds occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
20%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; reliance on generators is common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be complex and restrictive for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Low tax rates but unclear regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech due to political instability and security concerns.
🏛️ Political Stability
15%
Weight: 20
Ongoing security challenges and political instability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to regulatory and documentation hurdles.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow processes with limited transparency.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar programs available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Overall environment is challenging for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
2%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online community or resources for nomads in Mogadishu.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
10%
Weight: 100
High security risks due to ongoing conflict and crime.
♀️ Female Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Cultural and security challenges make it difficult for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
40%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant within local communities but foreigners may face challenges.