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Tunduma

City in Songwe, Tanzania

Overview

Tunduma is a lively border town in southwestern Tanzania, serving as a important gateway to Zambia. Its energetic markets, busy streets, and diverse cultures reflect the movement of people and goods across the border.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Songwe
Population
219,309
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-9.29°, 32.77°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
45
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
18
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
38
Monthly Cost
$368
Local Cost
$197
Local Income
$95
Cashless
25
English
30
Temperature
20.4°C
Summer Avg
21.2°C
Winter Avg
17.2°C
Record High
37.2°C
Record Low
5.7°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
1271 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
0

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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.
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 50/100.

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