The Startup Ecosystem of Windhoek
Home to 97% of Namibia’s startups, Windhoek boasts a vibrant startup ecosystem that is ranked 700 in the world.
CITY RANKING
In 2022, the startup scene of Windhoek developed considerably and increased in the Global Ecosystem Index by 156 spots.
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In Namibia
Regional Ranking
In Southern Africa
Global Ranking
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The Startup Ecosystem in Windhoek
Global Rank
Windhoek is ranked within the top 1000 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Windhoek’s startups excel particularly in Ecommerce & Retail where it ranks 306 and in Hardware & IoT, and Social & Leisure. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Namibia - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2022 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 700th + 156 | 0.374 | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.21 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Windhoek
Startups
Successful Ecommerce & Retail startups in Windhoek
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Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 6 startups for Ecommerce & Retail.
In Southern Africa, Windhoek's Hardware & IoT is in top 308. Windhoek has a concentration of about 0% of the country's total Hardware & IoT startups that are represented on our map.
Social & Leisure is ranked 339th in the world. Our database contains 5 startups for this industry.
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Why should you join Windhoek's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Windhoek there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Ecommerce & Retail, Hardware & IoT, Social & Leisure. These three industries represent about 47% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Windhoek.
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Overview
Windhoek is Namibia's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 5th in Southern Africa. With a population of 0.1M - 0.5M people, Windhoek is ranked th in the world. The city boasts some notable startup success stories including Find My School.
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Startup Infrastructure in Windhoek
Organizations
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Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia
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