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Manzini, Eswatini 🇸🇿
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but limited in variety; options mostly basic.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, though limited in coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
The Swazi lilangeni is relatively stable but pegged to the South African rand, which can fluctuate.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are often slow and inconsistent, especially outside urban centers.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
37%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality varies widely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Manzini is not a known hotspot for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID and affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with less hustle, suitable for balancing work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with low pollution and natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Urban areas are moderately clean but some public spaces lack maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but siSwati is the local language; some communication challenges possible.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good due to low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities exist but limited international schools and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
42%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but limited in advanced care and facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is basic; serious medical needs may require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with warm, sunny weather most of the year; mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Good access to parks and natural areas around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on fans or natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with distinct wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise levels outside of busy market areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with traditional Swazi customs and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Proximity to nature reserves and scenic landscapes offers good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn siSwati exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences available but not widely commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but international dining options are scarce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but are limited in number and equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
58%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available, but healthy prepared food options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 time zone is convenient for European and African clients but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
23%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance ecosystem; digital nomads mostly work independently.
🏢 Coworking Quality
19%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are scarce and basic in facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with few tech hubs or accelerators.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and banking services exist but are less developed than in larger markets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
28%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption and awareness of blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Manzini is served by King Mswati III International Airport with limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
37%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited and informal; mostly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
52%
Weight: 20
Central areas are somewhat walkable but infrastructure is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not widely available.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but lacks dedicated infrastructure and safety measures.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity bus services; private transport is common.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in rural zones.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur; backup power is recommended.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; stays can be extended but no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is generally respected but with some government oversight.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with occasional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts is possible but requires local documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes are available but can be slow and paperwork-heavy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to digital nomads in Manzini.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but cultural norms may require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant society with some diversity.