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Vwawa
City in Songwe, Tanzania
Overview
Vwawa is the administrative capital of the Songwe region, serving as a gateway to southwest Tanzania's agricultural heartland. The city blends rural charm with emerging urban developments, offering a laid-back atmosphere and friendly locals.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Songwe
Population
85,000
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-9.12°, 32.93°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$420
Local Cost
$225
Local Income
$115
Cashless
20
English
25
Temperature
19.4°C
Summer Avg
20.0°C
Winter Avg
16.7°C
Record High
34.9°C
Record Low
6.3°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
1202 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
2
Parks
0
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
5.0
Airport
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Distance
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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.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. 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 35/100.
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