💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Lomé is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options, though quality varies; expat-friendly apartments are moderately priced.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis are very cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and more basic; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
The West African CFA franc is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
48%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable outside central areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist; digital nomads often work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
37%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Lomé is not a well-known digital nomad hub yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with slower pace, but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
56%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution exists but less severe than larger cities; coastal location helps.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
Street cleanliness is inconsistent; waste management infrastructure is developing.
🗨️ Language Barrier
68%
Weight: 30
French is official language; English is limited but growing among younger population.
💨 Air Quality
53%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution due to traffic and open burning.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
39%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
74%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is variable.
🏥 Healthcare
41%
Weight: 20
Suitable for minor health issues; serious conditions require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
76%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and some apartments but not widespread.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
39%
Weight: 10
Urban noise from traffic and street vendors is common.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant music, dance, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with some bars and clubs, but not extensive.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
63%
Weight: 15
Coastal beaches and nearby natural attractions offer outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
57%
Weight: 10
French language schools available; limited English learning centers.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
69%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours and local markets provide authentic experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local West African cuisine; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
23%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
48%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but are limited in number.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
61%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT time zone is convenient for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
34%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
27%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still in early stages.
💳 Local Payment Services
52%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services are popular; limited international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
31%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
58%
Weight: 30
Lomé-Tokoin Airport offers regional flights; limited direct international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
47%
Weight: 20
Informal minibuses and motorcycle taxis dominate; no formal bus system.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable but sidewalks are inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
33%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps are limited; motorcycle taxis are common alternative.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads are not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect Lomé to other cities; travel can be slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
24%
Weight: 10
Few formal scooter or bike rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
63%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; occasional connectivity issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
45%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; many rely on generators or solar backups.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; limited digital nomad-specific tax policies.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but some government restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
43%
Weight: 15
Bureaucratic and requires local documentation; challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
48%
Weight: 10
Process is improving but still slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
32%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
27%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Lomé.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
59%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
46%
Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution; cultural norms may be conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society; foreigners are welcomed but occasional discrimination occurs.