The Startup Ecosystem of South Africa
South Africa has 4 cities in the top 1000 and is one of Southern Africa’s best countries for setting up a startup.
COUNTRY RANKING
Since 2022, South Africa lost 1 spot in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index, having now positioned itself as 49th worldwide.
Population
Million
Regional Ranking
In Southern Africa
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in South Africa
Global Rank
South Africa is ranked within the top 50 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
South Africa’s startup scene is best represented in Education, Transportation, and in and Fintech.
Top Cities for Startups in South Africa - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2022 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 147th - 2 | 5.169 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 158th - 6 | 4.935 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd + 1 | 577th - 9 | 0.538 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th - 1 | 660th - 170 | 0.426 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in South Africa
Startups
Successful Education startups in South Africa
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 68 startups for Education.
In Southern Africa, South Africa's Transportation is in top 43. South Africa has a concentration of about 55 of the region's total Transportation startups that are represented on our map.
South Africa's Fintech is ranked 44th in the world. Our database contains 19 for this industry.
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