Best cities for digital nomads in Africa

Where remote work actually works in Africa: fast internet, an established expat and nomad scene, liveable weather, and a monthly budget that leaves room to save.

Methodology: Only cities with a strong internet score (65+) qualify; blended score: internet speed (30%), affordability (30%), expat & nomad community (25%), and climate (15%), all from Jonzy catalog data.

  1. 1. Kigali, Rwanda

    Internet 82/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $1,175/mo

    Internet 82/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $1,175/mo all-in.

  2. 2. Arusha, Tanzania

    Internet 75/100 · Expat scene 75/100 · $840/mo

    Internet 75/100 and a 75/100 expat scene on roughly $840/mo all-in.

  3. 3. Musanze, Rwanda

    Internet 78/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $720/mo

    Internet 78/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $720/mo all-in.

  4. 4. Sousse, Tunisia

    Internet 75/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $750/mo

    Internet 75/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $750/mo all-in.

  5. 5. Jinja, Uganda

    Internet 75/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $720/mo

    Internet 75/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $720/mo all-in.

  6. 6. Mombasa, Kenya

    Internet 78/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $840/mo

    Internet 78/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $840/mo all-in.

  7. 7. Johannesburg, South Africa

    Internet 80/100 · Expat scene 75/100 · $1,360/mo

    Internet 80/100 and a 75/100 expat scene on roughly $1,360/mo all-in.

  8. 8. Fez, Morocco

    Internet 75/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $770/mo

    Internet 75/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $770/mo all-in.

  9. 9. Nairobi, Kenya

    Internet 78/100 · Expat scene 72/100 · $1,360/mo

    Internet 78/100 and a 72/100 expat scene on roughly $1,360/mo all-in.

  10. 10. Cape Coast, Ghana

    Internet 70/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $650/mo

    Internet 70/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $650/mo all-in.

  11. 11. Tangier, Morocco

    Internet 70/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $910/mo

    Internet 70/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $910/mo all-in.

  12. 12. Saint-Louis, Senegal

    Internet 70/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $640/mo

    Internet 70/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $640/mo all-in.

Frequently asked questions

Best cities for digital nomads in Africa — which city is #1?

Kigali, Rwanda tops this list. Internet 82/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $1,175/mo all-in. Arusha and Musanze round out the top three.

How is this ranking calculated?

Only cities with a strong internet score (65+) qualify; blended score: internet speed (30%), affordability (30%), expat & nomad community (25%), and climate (15%), all from Jonzy catalog data. 22 catalog cities in Africa qualified for this list; the top 12 are shown. Scores are catalog averages, not personalised — Jonzy re-ranks every city for your own income, passport and lifestyle when you sign in.

How much does it cost to live in the top city in Africa?

Kigali runs about $1,175/month all-in for one person — rent, food, transport, healthcare, utilities and everyday extras. See the Kigali city guide for the full cost breakdown, visa options and FAQ.