Malakal, South Sudan 🇸🇸
#326
9.538848, 31.658416
Nomad Score:
32%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to many other countries, but prices can vary significantly based on location and availability.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options exist, but quality and availability can be inconsistent.
🍎 Food & Groceries
48%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly and limited in variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; reliance on taxis or private vehicles can increase costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
35%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options available, with few venues for nightlife or cultural activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
20%
Weight: 10
Very few gym facilities available, and those that exist can be expensive relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
30%
Weight: 30
The South Sudanese pound is unstable, leading to fluctuating prices and economic uncertainty.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
25%
Weight: 100
Internet access is often slow and unreliable, with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, making it challenging for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
20%
Weight: 30
Limited cafes offer WiFi, and those that do may have unreliable connections.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Scarcity of cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Malakal is not a popular destination for digital nomads due to infrastructure challenges.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Work-life balance can be good, but job opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Environmental conditions vary; some areas are affected by pollution and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
35%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness can be an issue in urban areas, with litter and waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
English is not widely spoken, creating communication challenges for non-local speakers.
💨 Air Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to dust and pollution, especially in urban areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and often lack adequate resources.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are generally low, but quality is often compromised.
🏥 Healthcare
30%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare options available, with many services lacking.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate with a distinct dry season, generally favorable for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of flooding and other natural disasters exists, particularly during rainy seasons.
🏞️ Green Spaces
20%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green spaces available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available but not widespread; many buildings lack proper cooling.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily hot and dry with little change throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
35%
Weight: 20
Cultural activities are limited, with few events or venues for arts and entertainment.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; few bars or clubs available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Natural landscapes exist, but accessibility can be challenging.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities to learn local languages or engage in language exchange.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
30%
Weight: 10
Limited local experiences and tours available for exploration.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Very few indoor entertainment options available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is available, but variety and quality can be inconsistent.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
15%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities available for exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited access to healthy food options; local diets may not cater to health-conscious individuals.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads or remote workers.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available in the local market.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; few platforms or resources available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces with quality amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Non-existent startup scene; lack of entrepreneurial support.
💳 Local Payment Services
20%
Weight: 10
Limited payment services available; reliance on cash transactions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Limited international flight options; connectivity can be challenging.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Public transit is minimal and unreliable; most travel is by private vehicle.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure is lacking in many parts.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; reliance on taxis.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a common mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Few intercity travel options available; mostly reliant on road travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
30%
Weight: 20
Mobile network coverage is inconsistent and often unreliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPN services can be unreliable due to poor internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
20%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; unreliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Very few public WiFi options available.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic and slow, but options exist.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Taxation can be complex and burdensome for foreign workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government restrictions are common.
🏛️ Political Stability
25%
Weight: 20
Political instability and conflict can pose risks for residents.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be difficult due to bureaucratic hurdles.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
15%
Weight: 10
Complex and lengthy process for business registration.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa options available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Malakal is not considered a nomad-friendly destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
30%
Weight: 100
Safety can be a concern due to crime and political instability.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms may pose challenges for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
30%
Weight: 50
Racial tolerance can vary; some areas may be less welcoming.