The Startup Ecosystem of Cairo
Cairo boasts 214 startups in our sample database which represents about 90% of Egyptâs sampled startups. Cairo is the highest-ranked startup ecosystem in Egypt.
CITY RANKING
In 2022, the startup scene of Cairo developed considerably and increased in the Global Ecosystem Index by 20 spots.
National Ranking
In Egypt
Regional Ranking
In Northern Africa
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Cairo
Global Rank
Cairo is ranked within the top 200 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Cairoâs startups excel particularly in Transportation where it ranks 89 and in Education, and Health. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Egypt - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2022 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 160th + 20 | 4.899 | 1.66 | 1.72 | 1.52 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Cairo
Startups
Successful Transportation startups in Cairo
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 47 startups for Transportation.
In Northern Africa, Cairo's Education is in top 104. Cairo has a concentration of about 0% of the country's total Education startups that are represented on our map.
Health is ranked 112th in the world. Our database contains 29 startups for this industry.
ECOSYSTEM
Why should you join Cairo's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Cairo there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Transportation, Education, Health. These three industries represent about 54% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Cairo.
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Regional Rank
Overview
Cairo is Egypt's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 1st in Northern Africa. With a population of undefined, Cairo is ranked th in the world. The city boasts some notable startup success stories including Paymob.
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