The Startup Ecosystem of Addis Ababa
Home to 96% of Ethiopia’s startups, Addis Ababa boasts a vibrant startup ecosystem that is ranked 489 in the world.
CITY RANKING
In 2022, the startup scene of Addis Ababa shows much promise after advancing in the Global Ecosystem Index by 6 spots.
National Ranking
In Ethiopia
Regional Ranking
In Eastern Africa
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Addis Ababa
Global Rank
Addis Ababa is ranked within the top 500 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Addis Ababa’s startups excel particularly in Transportation where it ranks 168 and in Foodtech, and Energy & Environment. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Ethiopia - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2022 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 489th + 6 | 0.764 | 0.27 | 0.20 | 0.30 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Addis Ababa
Startups
Successful Transportation startups in Addis Ababa
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 12 startups for Transportation.
In Eastern Africa, Addis Ababa's Foodtech is in top 201. Addis Ababa has a concentration of about 0% of the country's total Foodtech startups that are represented on our map.
Energy & Environment is ranked 220th in the world. Our database contains 7 startups for this industry.
ECOSYSTEM
Why should you join Addis Ababa's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Addis Ababa there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Transportation, Foodtech, Energy & Environment. These three industries represent about 56% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Addis Ababa.
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Overview
Addis Ababa is Ethiopia's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 4th in Eastern Africa. With a population of 5M - 10M people, Addis Ababa is ranked th in the world. The city boasts some notable startup success stories including Orbit Health.
ECOSYSTEM
Startup Infrastructure in Addis Ababa
Accelerators
Founders Institute
FasterCapital
Startup Factory Ethiopia
Coworking Spaces
blueSpace
X Hub Addis
Addis Garage - blueMoon
Organizations
Addis Ababa Angels
Gerar - The Creative Hub
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