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Mahonda
City in Zanzibar South, Tanzania
Overview
Mahonda is a small but lively town in Zanzibar South, rich in local traditions and surrounded by lush forests and farmlands. Its authentic Swahili culture and proximity to nature make it perfect for off-the-beaten-path travelers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Zanzibar South
Population
5,569
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-6.45°, 39.47°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$427
Local Cost
$217
Local Income
$120
Cashless
20
English
35
Temperature
27.0°C
Summer Avg
28.2°C
Winter Avg
25.5°C
Record High
32.2°C
Record Low
21.6°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
980 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
13
Walk Score
13
Footways
26.0
Airport
ZNZ
Distance
37 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 2025-12-07.
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 55/100.
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