Kanye, Botswana

Capital City

Living in Kanye means trading urban convenience for quiet village life with desert views. The hills here block the worst Kalahari winds, but you'll still deal with dust storms in dry season. Most expats cluster near the administrative offices or the two dams—basic housing exists, but don't expect modern plumbing everywhere.

This isn't a nomad hotspot. Internet is patchy, and mining operations at Kgwakgwe Hill will dominate the local economy soon. If you want dirt-cheap living and don't mind isolation, Kanye works. Anyone needing amenities or expat community should look closer to Gaborone.