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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 costs for food and transportation.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but options for high-quality apartments are limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, making commuting affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs are low but options are few.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
58%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not widespread; 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
47%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are moderate and can be inconsistent outside urban centers.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; connectivity can be spotty.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
28%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
19%
Weight: 100
Manzini is not a well-known destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable prepaid 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 access to nature.
🧼 Cleanliness
54%
Weight: 10
Urban areas can be moderately clean but some public spaces lack maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
72%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken alongside siSwati, easing communication.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good due to low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and schools for expats.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
43%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but limited in quality and specialization.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but private care is recommended for better quality.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities; serious cases require travel to South Africa.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with warm, dry winters and hot, wet summers; generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Access to parks and natural reserves nearby; green areas within the city are moderate.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many buildings rely on natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with distinct wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise levels outside busy market areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Swazi cultural heritage with traditional events and crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
82%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to natural parks and scenic landscapes ideal for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn siSwati and English through community and informal settings.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours and nature excursions are available but not highly commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
59%
Weight: 25
Predominantly local cuisine with few international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
23%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; mostly informal or community-led sessions.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is accessible, but processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
GMT+2 timezone aligns well with Europe and Africa, moderately convenient for Americas and Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs come from international sources.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do have basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
22%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still very small and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and banking services exist but are less advanced than in larger markets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited awareness and adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Manzini has a small airport with limited international flights; major travel requires South African airports.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal and limited; mostly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
City center is somewhat walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not widely available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses and taxis connect major towns but services are infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
62%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; rural coverage is patchy.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur, but generally stable in the city.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward for many nationalities; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate; no specific incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with occasional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes are slow and involve paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
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 ethnic diversity.