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Free WiFi: Unfortunately, there are very few points in Funafuti 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.
- Income: Unfortunately, the local population in Funafuti has very low salaries as low as $260 a month.
- Internet: Unfortunately, the terribly slow Internet in Funafuti is become a serious problem when it comes to work, communication with family and friends.
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English: Many locals speak English, but not at an advanced level.
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Workspaces: Unfortunately, it is hard to find places to work from in Funafuti.
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Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score in Funafuti is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.
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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.
- Safety: The crime rate in Funafuti is low, but this does not mean that you need to stop being vigilant at night.
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LGBTQ friendly: The majority of respondents are against equal rights for gays and lesbians.
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Fits for families: Unfortunately, Funafuti 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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Entertainment: Unfortunately, does not have a lot of cafes and restaurants, places to relax and to have some entertainment.
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Traffic safety: A lot of work has been done in Funafuti to ensure road safety. That’s why the road accident rate can be considered as low.
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Quality of life: Funafuti performs above average in subjective well-being, jobs and wages, income and well-being, health, social connections, environmental quality, education and skills, work and leisure balance, housing and personal safety.
- Expenses: Funafuti has quite high prices for food and accommodation. Usual monthly spendings are around $3400
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Racial tolerance: Many refugees, migrants or people with migratory backgrounds are subject to racism and discrimination.
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Nightlife: The nightlife in Funafuti is quite low. You will have to organize the evening in a different way.
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Walkability: Unfortunately, hiking through the city is not comfortable. It is much better to use motor transport to move.
