Top 10 countries leading Africa’s Startup ecosystem in 2025
Africa’s startup ecosystem has experienced a profound transformation in recent years, propelled by innovation, increased investment, and the rapid expansion of the digital economy.
As of 2025, Africa is steadily establishing itself as a global hotspot for Startups and entrepreneurial activity, with a number of ecosystems making significant strides in both scale and sophistication.
The Global Startup Ecosystem Index by StartupBlink, published annually since 2017, ranks 1,473 cities and 118 countries worldwide, providing a comprehensive overview of the global startup landscape.
The data showing Startup growth globally reveals that Asia–Pacific leads all regions, expanding by +27.4%. Europe follows at +26.2%, with the Middle East & Africa close behind at +24.9%.
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