The Startup Ecosystem of Kigali
Home to 96% of Rwanda’s startups, Kigali boasts a vibrant startup ecosystem that is ranked 395 in the world.
CITY RANKING
While Kigali decreased by 130 spots in its global rank in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index of 2022, its ranking in Rwanda remained stable at 1 nationally since 2021.
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In Eastern Africa
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The Startup Ecosystem in Kigali
Global Rank
Kigali is ranked within the top 400 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Kigali’s startups excel particularly in Fintech where it ranks 166 and in Transportation, and Foodtech. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Rwanda - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2022 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 395th - 130 | 1.235 | 0.16 | 0.32 | 0.76 |
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Notable Startups in Kigali
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Successful Fintech startups in Kigali
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Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 7 startups for Fintech.
In Eastern Africa, Kigali's Transportation is in top 171. Kigali has a concentration of about 0% of the country's total Transportation startups that are represented on our map.
Foodtech is ranked 204th in the world. Our database contains 4 startups for this industry.
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Why should you join Kigali's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Kigali there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Fintech, Transportation, Foodtech. These three industries represent about 62% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Kigali.
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Overview
Kigali is Rwanda's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 2nd in Eastern Africa. With a population of 1M - 2M people, Kigali is ranked th in the world. The city boasts some notable startup success stories including Water Access Rwanda.
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