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 The startup ecosystem in Kampala offers a vibrant and supportive environment for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors. One of the key strengths of this ecosystem lies in its talent pool, with initiatives like The Golazo Project leading the way. This social enterprise leverages technology and training/mentoring tools to empower young individuals and create employment opportunities, fostering a skilled workforce for the startup community. 
 Uganda also hosts exciting events that serve as catalysts for innovation and collaboration. The <a href="https://event.techstars.com/event/alTOSTm1nF">Techstars Startup Weekend Kampala</a> is a prominent three-day event that brings together mentors, investors, co-founders, and sponsors. By inspiring and empowering entrepreneurs, this event fuels creativity, encourages networking, and provides valuable resources to startup founders, facilitating their growth and success. 
 Private investment is supported by organizations such as MTN, Hi Innovator, and Villgro, which provide grants to support and nurture local startups. Additionally, the Kampala Angel Investment Network (KAIN) strengthens the investment landscape by connecting local and global investors with promising Ugandan entrepreneurs. Companies like 97Fund, MTN, Leapfrog Ventures, and Pearl Capital actively invest in Ugandan startups, providing the necessary capital and expertise to fuel their development and expansion. 
 The public sector in Uganda has also taken initiatives to boost the startup ecosystem. The <a href="https://andeglobal.org/ueei/">Uganda Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Initiative</a> introduced a two-phase program aimed at enhancing startup survival rates. The <a href="https://www.ugandainvest.go.ug/">Uganda Investment Authority</a> organizes the Kampala Private Equity &amp; Venture Capital Conference, which serves as a platform to introduce alternative financing options and attract investment. Furthermore, the <a href="https://niisp.ict.go.ug/">National ICT Initiatives Support Program</a> plays a pivotal role in developing an ICT innovation ecosystem and marketplace for cutting-edge digital products. 
 Uganda offers attractive incentives for foreign investors. In the free zone, foreigners who invest a minimum capital of US$10M can benefit from a 10-year tax holiday, creating an appealing environment for foreign direct investment and promoting economic growth. 
 Entrepreneurs and investors looking for a thriving and dynamic environment to launch or expand their ventures will find Kampala to be an attractive destination that nurtures innovation, fosters collaboration, and provides the necessary resources for startup success. 
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 The startup ecosystem in Kampala offers a vibrant and supportive environment for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors. One of the key strengths of this ecosystem lies in its talent pool, with initiatives like The Golazo Project leading the way. This social enterprise leverages technology and training/mentoring tools to empower young individuals and create employment opportunities, fostering a skilled workforce for the startup community. 

 Uganda also hosts exciting events that serve as catalysts for innovation and collaboration. The [Techstars Startup Weekend Kampala](https://event.techstars.com/event/alTOSTm1nF) is a prominent three-day event that brings together mentors, investors, co-founders, and sponsors. By inspiring and empowering entrepreneurs, this event fuels creativity, encourages networking, and provides valuable resources to startup founders, facilitating their growth and success. 

 Private investment is supported by organizations such as MTN, Hi Innovator, and Villgro, which provide grants to support and nurture local startups. Additionally, the Kampala Angel Investment Network (KAIN) strengthens the investment landscape by connecting local and global investors with promising Ugandan entrepreneurs. Companies like 97Fund, MTN, Leapfrog Ventures, and Pearl Capital actively invest in Ugandan startups, providing the necessary capital and expertise to fuel their development and expansion. 

 The public sector in Uganda has also taken initiatives to boost the startup ecosystem. The [Uganda Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Initiative](https://andeglobal.org/ueei/) introduced a two-phase program aimed at enhancing startup survival rates. The [Uganda Investment Authority](https://www.ugandainvest.go.ug/) organizes the Kampala Private Equity & Venture Capital Conference, which serves as a platform to introduce alternative financing options and attract investment. Furthermore, the [National ICT Initiatives Support Program](https://niisp.ict.go.ug/) plays a pivotal role in developing an ICT innovation ecosystem and marketplace for cutting-edge digital products. 

 Uganda offers attractive incentives for foreign investors. In the free zone, foreigners who invest a minimum capital of US$10M can benefit from a 10-year tax holiday, creating an appealing environment for foreign direct investment and promoting economic growth. 

 Entrepreneurs and investors looking for a thriving and dynamic environment to launch or expand their ventures will find Kampala to be an attractive destination that nurtures innovation, fosters collaboration, and provides the necessary resources for startup success.

Fundi Bots

StartHub Africa (NGO) 

Shona

VentureLabs Africa

Regus - Kampala Course View Towers

Regus - Kampala, Nakasero

Uganda National Council for Science and Technology

The Financial Technologies Services Providers’ Association (FITSPA)

The Kampala Angel Investment Network (KAIN)

SafeBoda

Ridelink

Bringo Fresh

Numida

Ensibuuko

Regus - Kampala, Acacia Mall

Home to 96% of Uganda’s startups,
      Kampala has a vibrant startup ecosystem that is ranked 368 in the world.

In 2024, the startup scene of Kampala shows much promise after advancing in the Global Ecosystem Index by 22 spots.

Explore Kampala’s startup ecosystem which ranks 1st in Uganda and 368th globally. Discover startups, unicorns, and exits in Kampala. Dive into Transportation, which is the best startup industry in Kampala.

Startup Ecosystem of Kampala | StartupBlink

Startups in Kampala excel in Transportation, Foodtech, and Energy & and Environment.
    There are some notable success stories contributing to the city’s growing Transportation
    industry. One of the most promising startups in Kampala in 2024 is
    Numida, Ensibuuko, and SafeBoda.

With a large variety of initiatives, Kampala's startup ecosystem stands out from other cities in Eastern Africa. Kampala offers a number of funding opportunities for entrepreneurs and startups.
  Below is a list of Kampala's most prominent support initiatives:

Within Kampala 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 18% of the startups
represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Kampala. 

Kampala is Uganda's 1st best startup
  ecosystem and is ranked 5th in Eastern Africa. With a population of 1M - 2M people,
   Kampala is ranked 368th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories
   including Numida.

An inspiring ecosystem that is steadily due to its growing use of digital technologies, rapid urbanization and planned investments

WADAAG TECHNOLOGIES

Sostec

FGS Bill Tracker

Zaad

Wadaag Investment

A growing regional and global startup leader 

bitget.com

AscendEX

DeBank

Trip.com

Viki

A vibrant and strong startup hub attracting international recognition and investment

Cámara de Comercio de Bogotá

Founder Institute (FI) Bogota

RockStart Latam 

Calle 127a # 53a-45

Carrera 19 # 100 - 45

WeWork

Toastmasters Bogota

Picap

Autolab

Cubbo

Rappi

Addi

Bold

Carrera 11B # 99 - 25

Calle 81 #11-08

A leading regional startup hub owing its succes to the creative and innovative spirit of its people 