โ Pros and โ Cons of living in Dakar
โ Pros
- โDiverse cuisine with a strong French and West African influence.
- โVibrant music and arts scene, especially for jazz and mbalax.
- โBeautiful Atlantic coastline and beaches.
- โLively street life and colorful markets.
- โStrong sense of community and hospitality.
โ Cons
- โUrban congestion and frequent traffic jams.
- โInfrastructure and public services still developing.
- โSome areas can be affected by petty crime.
- โRapid urbanization can lead to poor air quality.
- โLanguage barrier for those who do not speak French or Wolof.
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