Digital nomad: Cape Town
18/25
Total nomad score
Cape Town, South Africa: Stunning scenery + great food. Load-shedding (rolling blackouts) is a real issue.
Score breakdown
Visa friendliness
★★★★☆
Wifi quality
★★★☆☆
Cost of living (5 = cheapest)
★★★★☆
Climate livability
★★★★☆
Nomad community
★★★☆☆
Visa / long-stay
South Africa Remote Work visa (2024) — 3-year stay for $50k+ earners.
Climate
Mediterranean — opposite seasons to Europe. Mild year-round.
Top coworking spaces
WeWork, Workshop17, Inner City Ideas Cartel