Entebbe, Uganda 🇺🇬
#638
2.664369, 32.973526
Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many global cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, with options ranging from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
68%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, but options can be limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Affordable local entertainment, but fewer options compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Limited gym facilities with average pricing.
💱 Currency Stability
40%
Weight: 30
The Ugandan Shilling can be volatile, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
55%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds can be inconsistent, with some areas lacking reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
45%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces available, primarily in urban centers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but reliability can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
A limited number of cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer community events.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
A relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Mixed environmental quality, with some areas experiencing pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
45%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies significantly across different neighborhoods.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but local languages can pose a barrier.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be affected by traffic and local industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are available but may not meet international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are generally affordable for locals and expats.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; advanced care may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
80%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures and a rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk from flooding during the rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas available for relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban accommodations but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety, primarily warm and wet seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various local traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily bars and local music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beautiful natural sites, including Lake Victoria.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning opportunities for local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, focusing on wildlife and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine with some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, primarily in urban areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+3, which can be favorable for communication with Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Underdeveloped freelance ecosystem with limited resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Quality of available coworking spaces is generally low.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but still in early stages.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in other regions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Entebbe International Airport provides decent connectivity to major cities.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Public transit options exist but are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure can be lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and not well-developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some intercity travel options available, but can be slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile network coverage in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally reliable but can vary.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
45%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic but are generally manageable.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex and not particularly favorable.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate level of freedom of speech, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
45%
Weight: 20
Political situation can be unstable, affecting overall safety.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account is possible but can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complicated and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomad communities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Safety can vary, with some areas being safer than others.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women, but caution is advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, but experiences can vary.