The Startup Ecosystem of Gaborone

Home to 80% of Botswana’s startups, Gaborone boasts a vibrant startup ecosystem that is ranked 1155 in the world.

CITY RANKING

While Gaborone decreased by 182 spots in its global rank in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index of 2022, its ranking in Botswana remained stable at 1 nationally since 2021.

National Ranking

1st
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In Botswana

Regional Ranking

8th
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In Southern Africa

Global Ranking

1155th
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182
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Gaborone

Startups in Gaborone excel in Software and Data, Fintech, and Ecommerce & and Retail. There are some notable success stories contributing to the city’s growing Software and Data industry. One of the most promising startups in Gaborone in 2022 is Botswana Innovation Hub, , and undefined.

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Gaborone’s startups excel particularly in Software and Data and in Fintech, and Ecommerce & Retail. Find out more

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Notable Startups in Gaborone
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Botswana Innovation Hub

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Successful Software and Data startups in Gaborone

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Startups Ranking by Industry

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Software and Data
2 startups

On our map, you can explore a total of 2 startups for Software and Data.

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Fintech
1 startups

Gaborone boasts 1 startup in Fintech on our map.

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Ecommerce & Retail
1 startups

Our database contains 1 startup for this industry.

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