Budget Retirement: 5 African Countries for Retirees (MRO, TUN, GHA, NAM, MUS)

Retirees seeking lower living costs are turning to five African countries offering 60%–80% reductions versus the U.S. Morocco leads with 71%–78% lower costs; Tunisia 80% less; Ghana about $619/month; Namibia roughly 60% less; Mauritius 70% less. Morocco: Median monthly cost $729–$1,000; Carthage within reach; no retiree visa, but renewable one-year permits require income proof. Tunisia: Median $600–$1,000; French-speaking, 2.5-hour flight to Paris; 60%–70% cheaper medical care than Europe/North America. Ghana: Median $619/month; English-speaking; $215,000+ assets allow retirement residency for those 60+. Namibia: Median 60% less; English-speaking; 30-day visa extendable to 90 days; Windhoek offers best medical access. Mauritius: Median 70% less; requires $1,500/month in a local bank for a 10-year permit, renewable to 20 years after three years. All destinations generally have Level 2 or lower U.S. travel advisory ratings, encouraging further consideration for a lower-cost retirement option.