Eswatini

Mbabane

#1 Top 5 cities

Mbabane is the most practical expat base in the country thanks to administrative functions, services, and a relatively pleasant highland climate.

Country overview

Year-round temperatures

Day: 20°C až 27°C

Night: 8°C až 16°C

Climate

Mild highland climate with warm days and cooler nights.

Distance to the sea

120 km

Social atmosphere

7/10

Business friendliness

6/10

Scores

Scores

Safety 6/10
Housing cost 7/10
Food cost 7/10
Internet availability 7/10
Internet speed 6/10
Internet stability 7/10
Electricity stability 7/10

Community types

  • Corporate expats
  • Teachers
  • Long-term expats
  • Families

Largest nationality groups

  • 🇿🇦South Africans
  • 🇬🇧British
  • 🇺🇸Americans

Pros / Cons

Pros

  • +Quality services
  • +Pleasant atmosphere
  • +Good for long-term stay
  • +Strong civic amenities

Cons

  • −Smaller job market
  • −Smaller expat scene