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Matai
City in Rukwa, Tanzania
Overview
Matai is a small, lively town in Tanzania's Rukwa region, set near scenic hills and surrounded by farmland. It offers a glimpse into local life with busy markets, friendly communities, and a slower pace than big cities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Rukwa
Population
24,070
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-8.30°, 31.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$332
Local Cost
$206
Local Income
$120
Cashless
20
English
25
Temperature
21.3°C
Summer Avg
21.5°C
Winter Avg
19.0°C
Record High
34.3°C
Record Low
8.7°C
Humidity
67%
Precipitation
1165 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SUT
Distance
40 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 35/100.
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