Manzini, Eswatini 🇸🇿
#1066
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to global standards, with lower prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but limited options for high-quality serviced apartments or short-term rentals.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, though options are limited and informal.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, mostly local bars and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and sometimes lack modern equipment; prices are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
The Swazi lilangeni is pegged to the South African rand, providing relative stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
42%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving but still below global averages; occasional outages reported.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; digital nomads often work from cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; connectivity can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
17%
Weight: 100
Manzini is not a well-known destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID and affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace, suitable for balancing work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with low pollution levels and natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Urban areas have moderate cleanliness; some issues with waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
68%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but siSwati is the primary local language.
💨 Air Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and green surroundings.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families exist but limited international schools or activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; limited specialized care and facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
48%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is developing but still limited for expats and nomads.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with warm, dry winters and hot, wet summers; generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
79%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks and green areas around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on fans or natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with distinct wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise pollution outside of central market areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with traditional Swazi customs and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature reserves, hiking, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn siSwati and English through local community.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Availability of cultural tours and traditional experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Predominantly local cuisine with few international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness centers exist but limited in number and quality.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available; limited variety of health-focused restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+2 time zone is convenient for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
28%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and banking services are available but not highly developed.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption and awareness of blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Manzini is close to King Mswati III International Airport with limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal and limited mainly to minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure is not pedestrian-friendly overall.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses and minibuses connect to other cities; options are basic but functional.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work but occasional connectivity issues occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Power outages occur but are not frequent; infrastructure is improving.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is basic; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but can be slow and paperwork-heavy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums for 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 diverse ethnic groups.