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Mbabane, Eswatini 🇸🇿
#1065
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to global standards, with lower prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can vary; limited high-end options but affordable basic housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive though limited; taxis and minibuses are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with local events and small venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and can be pricier relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
68%
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 speeds are moderate but can be inconsistent; fiber is limited mostly to urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connectivity and reliability vary widely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Mbabane is not a well-known destination for digital nomads, with very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with less hustle, suitable for balancing work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and natural surroundings, with limited industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Urban areas are moderately clean but some public spaces can be untidy.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but local languages dominate in some areas.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity and green surroundings.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities available but limited international schools and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
42%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is basic; serious medical issues may require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with warm, sunny days most of the year; mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
81%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks and green areas around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; fans are more common due to moderate climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
57%
Weight: 10
Distinct wet and dry seasons with mild temperature changes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise pollution outside of busy market areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich Swazi cultural heritage with traditional events and crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, hiking, and scenic landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn siSwati.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
64%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
38%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers, mostly basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 time zone is convenient for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those available have basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and banking services exist but are less developed than in larger markets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Mbabane's airport has limited international flights; most connections via Johannesburg.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited and informal public transport options.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
City center is somewhat walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to nearby towns but are infrequent.
🛵 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 is patchy.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages; infrastructure improving but not fully stable.
📶 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
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist but generally moderate freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with occasional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ 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 digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Mbabane digital nomads.
🛡️ 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
Moderate racial tolerance; diverse but some social divisions persist.