Mogoditshane vs Pilikwe

Mogoditshane is a cheap, safe dormitory town for Gaborone, not a destination in its own right. A 1-bedroom outside the centre runs $315/mo and a public transport pass is $26/mo, so the budget tier lands at $518/mo, but a digital nomad score of 43/100 and 15 Mbps internet should give remote workers pause. Retirees do better here at 58/100, helped by a safety index of 70/100 and a Residence Permit (Retired Person) route. Come for the low costs and GBE 14 km away, stay only if Gaborone is your actual life.

Pilikwe is a tough sell for most expats, with an overall score of 42 out of 100 reflecting poor healthcare and limited English proficiency. While the cost of living is low at $384 per month excluding rent, the high crime index of 55 and mediocre safety index of 45 create a persistent sense of unease. The semi-arid climate is bearable with low humidity, but the extreme temperature swings from 40°C in summer to 4°C in winter demand serious wardrobe planning. Unless you are on a shoestring budget and willing to rough it, skip this two-thousand-person town.