💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with low costs for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can vary; expat areas are pricier, while local neighborhoods are cheaper.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and shared taxis are very affordable; fuel prices are moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with local events and cinemas costing little.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and can be pricier relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Zambian Kwacha has experienced volatility and inflation concerns in recent years.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps in urban areas; some fiber available but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
39%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly in central Lusaka; limited options compared to other cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads or remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Lusaka is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; few nomads currently choose it.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
67%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle but infrastructure challenges can affect productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution exists but less severe than in larger African cities; green areas are limited.
🧼 Cleanliness
46%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate with some issues in waste management and street litter.
🗨️ Language Barrier
79%
Weight: 30
English is official and widely spoken, reducing language barriers for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
53%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution due to traffic and dust; better than many large African cities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
48%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; private hospitals offer better care but at higher costs.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Private healthcare is affordable compared to Western standards but expensive locally.
🏥 Healthcare
54%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases often require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Tropical savanna climate with warm temperatures year-round and distinct wet/dry seasons.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
47%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
61%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and offices but less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with wet and dry seasons but little temperature variation.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
69%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional music, dance, and crafts; moderate expat cultural integration.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with some bars and clubs but limited compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
64%
Weight: 15
Proximity to natural attractions outside the city, but limited urban outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn local languages like Bemba and Nyanja exist but are limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Several cultural tours and local experiences available, including markets and traditional villages.
🎳 Indoors Fun
43%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local cuisine; international options are limited but growing.
🧠 Yoga Studios
37%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; wellness culture is still emerging.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety and quality.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
59%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is widely available; organic and specialty health foods are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 time zone is convenient for European and some African clients but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with few platforms or hubs locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
36%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities and inconsistent internet.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some tech hubs but still developing.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services like MTN Mobile Money are popular but international payment options limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but adoption remains low and regulatory environment unclear.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
57%
Weight: 30
Lusaka International Airport connects to regional hubs but limited direct long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
43%
Weight: 20
Public transport consists mainly of minibuses and shared taxis; no formal bus or rail system.
🚶 Walkability
39%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are limited and inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
51%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Bolt operate but coverage and reliability vary.
🚲 Cycling
27%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
54%
Weight: 15
Bus and minibus services connect Lusaka to other cities; limited rail options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
18%
Weight: 10
No significant scooter or bike rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
63%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; no major restrictions reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
49%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and load shedding occur, affecting work consistency.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
64%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; some restrictions for longer stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
47%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with occasional government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
62%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with peaceful transitions of power.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
53%
Weight: 15
Bank account opening requires documentation; process can be slow for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
21%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Lusaka-based digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns; petty crime common but violent crime less so in expat areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Women travelers should exercise caution; cultural norms vary but major issues uncommon.
✊ Racial Tolerance
63%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society; some racial and ethnic tensions exist but not widespread.