Siteki, Eswatini 🇸🇿
#1067
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable living costs compared to global standards, though slightly higher than some neighboring countries.
🏠 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 can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive but limited; taxis and minibuses are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment venues; costs are reasonable where available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Few gyms with basic facilities; membership fees are moderate but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
The lilangeni is pegged to the South African rand, providing moderate stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet infrastructure is developing; speeds are often slow and unreliable outside major towns.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
28%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination among digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
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 a slower pace, conducive to good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with natural surroundings and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Urban areas are moderately clean but some public spaces can be untidy.
🗨️ Language Barrier
72%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good due to low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities available but limited international schools and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
47%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is basic; serious conditions may require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with warm, dry winters and hot, wet summers; generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
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 natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate seasonal changes with distinct wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise levels outside of market areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with traditional Swazi customs and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, hiking, and wildlife experiences.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; opportunities mainly informal.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
32%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but limited variety of international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness centers available but limited in number and quality.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
58%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available; processed healthy options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
GMT+2 time zone is convenient for European and African clients, less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Few professional or digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community and platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
19%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do have basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with limited support infrastructure.
💳 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
42%
Weight: 30
Siteki is served by nearby airports but with limited international flights; travel often requires connections.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Moderate walkability in central areas but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 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
40%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to major 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
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in rural zones.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPN services work but internet speed and stability can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Power outages occur occasionally but generally 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 for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist but generally moderate freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
68%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with occasional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program 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 regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to digital nomads in Siteki.
🛡️ 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.