5 Best Cities For Remote Workers In Africa
A digital nomad is a person who earns a living working online in various locations of their choosing rather than a fixed business location or country. You will often see them online working from various hostels and Airbnb's all over the world. For a location to be a digital nomad favorite, it must have the following:
- Good cost of living
- High-speed internet
- Coworking spaces
- Shared-ride apps access
- Plenty of flights to various international destinations
Here are a few great options digital nomads should consider in Africa.
If you look on Instagram it is easy to see a large number of digital nomads in Cape town. Tourists get a 3-month visa on arrival to Cape Town, which is just about enough time for a digital nomad to make their mark on a new city. The city has great outdoor activities like hiking and surfing as well as great coworking spaces and short-term rentals available. High-speed internet is also available and very affordable, which is great for people that will spend most of their work hours online.
Zanzibar, Tanzania
With a low cost of living and pristine beaches, it's easy to see why Zanzibar is such a favorite destination for digital nomads. Good organic fruits and vegetables, fresh air, friendly people, and old-world buildings. The Internet is a little slow in Zanzibar but it's adequate for e-mails and quick work online. Get all your writing and reports offline and only log onto the internet when most of your work is done. Beach hotels with great all-inclusive deals are the ideal accommodation in Zanzibar for digital nomads. The tourist visa is limited for up to 30 days, which is a short and sweet stay on this island paradise.
Marrakech, Morocco
Morocco offers the best of the old world with picturesque architecture, fantastic food, and very hospitable culture. Indoor pools and rooftop dining spaces are normal in Morocco. Digital nomads will struggle with internet speeds in this location and should keep in mind 6.55 Mbps is the average internet speed. Tourist visas are good for up to 90 days, which will seem like a snap of the finger.
Nairobi, Kenya
This world-class city offers everything a digital nomad needs. With an abundance of coworking spaces and fantastic cafes, digital nomads will be spoilt for choice. The internet speeds in Nairobi are also fantastic at 10.16 Mbps. There are plenty of malls and crafts markets showcasing the best of local craftsmanship. Airbnb is a very popular option for most travelers, allowing them to live in local neighborhoods and enjoy the local scenery. Another unique feature that Nairobi offers is a national park within the city. Animal reserves that rescue Rhinos and Lions as well as Giraffe manor, a very Instagram-worthy hotel that lets you dine with giraffes. The Tourist visa is 90 days which isn't nearly enough to see the sights and eat at the great restaurants. Digital nomads will have to make multiple visits.
Cairo, Egypt
This world destination is on the list of places that digital nomads frequent. With historic sites like the Pyramids and Egyptian museum, its rich history alone is worthy of visiting. Cairo is relatively inexpensive with a great metro system. Its internet is surprisingly slow at 4.71 Mbps. A tourist visa is good for 90 days, which is plenty of time to see the sites and get some work done.
Which African City have you worked from? Comment below and let us know your first-hand experience, working from these African Digital hubs.
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