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Free WiFi: Unfortunately, there are very few points that provide free Wi-Fi, and those that do have a weak Internet signal, so in many cafes wifi Internet is available only at a low speed.
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Entertainment: Unfortunately, Ouagadougou does not have a lot of cafes and restaurants, places to relax and to have some entertainment.
- Safety: In general, the situation is calm, the average level of safety, but in some areas there are exceptions. Please be vigilant.
- Income: Unfortunately, the local population has very low salaries as low as $52 a month.
- Expenses: Prices for everything are very affordable. There are many very decent pizzerias, cafes, restaurants at reasonable prices. Usual monthly spendings are around $1800.
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Workspaces: Unfortunately, it is hard to find places to work from in Ouagadougou.
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Racial tolerance: Many refugees, migrants or people with migratory backgrounds are subject to racism and discrimination.
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English: It will not be easy to communicate in Ouagadougou directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.
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Fits for families: Unfortunately, does not provide the necessary infrastructure for families with children. There are no children’s entertainment centers, mini-clubs, children’s pools, etc.
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Friendliness to outsiders: The locals are not super friendly to outsiders, but nevertheless polite.
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Level of happiness: Low level of satisfaction and fatigue from life in the current conditions.
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Quality of life: The standard of living in Ouagadougou is poor. Ouagadougou has one of the lowest living standards, according to every year surveys.
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Education: The level of education in Ouagadougou, unfortunately, remains at an extremely low level.
- Internet: Slow-moving Internet in Ouagadougou can interfere with normal work rhythm and communication.
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Freedom of speech: Freedom of speech is spelled out in the constitution. But local authorities are enforcing laws that will somewhat complicate the work of journalists and restrict freedom of speech for all citizens.
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LGBTQ friendly: The majority of respondents in Ouagadougou are against equal rights for gays and lesbians.
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Healthcare: The level of local medical institutions is very low, there are no modern clinics. There is a certain lack of modern medical equipment and qualified personnel.
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Female friendly: Women are still not only dependent on the will of men, but also systematically continue to be subjected to humiliation and discrimination on the basis of gender.
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Nightlife: The nightlife is quite low. You will have to organize the evening in a different way.
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Traffic safety: Terrible road conditions, traffic is extremely difficult.
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Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score in Ouagadougou is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.
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Walkability: Unfortunately, hiking through the city is not comfortable. It is much better to use motor transport to move.
