Aru, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Living in Aru is a stark proposition - the population is just 45,516, and the town lacks even a basic public electricity grid as of 2010. While it has a small airport, the lack of infrastructure is a persistent headache for residents. Bureaucracy is another known friction point, with the town serving as the seat of the Aru Territory in Ituri Province.

In short, Aru is a remote, underdeveloped outpost that will appeal only to the most intrepid of adventurers willing to embrace the challenges of life off the grid. For most, the dearth of modern amenities and services will make it a tough sell.