💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to global standards, especially for food and daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Low rental prices, though quality and availability of modern apartments can be limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Inexpensive local transport options including shared taxis and minibuses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Limited formal entertainment venues; local cultural events are affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees are moderate but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
64%
Weight: 30
CFA franc is relatively stable due to peg to Euro, but regional economic factors cause some volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
41%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially outside main urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
37%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
21%
Weight: 30
Minimal infrastructure catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination among digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with slower pace, but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Coastal environment with some pollution issues but generally pleasant surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; sanitation infrastructure is developing.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
French is official language; limited English spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families; limited international schools and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
39%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality and availability are concerns.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is limited; serious conditions require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and a distinct dry season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
71%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
56%
Weight: 10
Some parks and coastal green areas, but urban greenery is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
34%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many accommodations rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
43%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and local markets; quieter at night.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
31%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
74%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, lagoons, and nearby natural reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn French and local languages, but few formal schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and historical tours available, though not heavily commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
29%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful and affordable; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor exercise more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
63%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+0 timezone is favorable for European and some African remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
18%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
22%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance infrastructure or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
19%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services are common; card payments less widespread.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption but growing interest in crypto among younger population.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
43%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Lomé-Tokoin International Airport, about 40 km away.
🚇 Public Transit
38%
Weight: 20
Limited formal public transit; reliance on shared taxis and minibuses.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Small town layout allows for walking but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; informal taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect to nearby cities; travel can be slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
17%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
62%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in town; rural areas less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional connectivity issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; backup generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Bureaucratic and requires local documentation; challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Lengthy and complex process with administrative hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Virtually no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Aného digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe with low violent crime but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be conservative; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
62%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional discrimination reported.