Startups
63
Remote-Work Friendly. Investor-Ready.
Set up in Cape Verde with 6+6-month remote visas, tax incentives, and one-stop public support from idea to global markets.
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Growth Rate
31.3%
Total Funding
$7.9M
Ecosystem Highlight
National Ranking
#5 in Africa
Cape Verde entered Africa’s top five and is the fastest-growing ecosystem in Western Africa.
"Cabo Verde’s startup ecosystem is gaining unprecedented momentum — driven by bold reforms, global partnerships, and youth innovation, positioning our nation as a rising hub for digital entrepreneurship in Africa."
Dr. José Ulisses Correia e Silva
Prime Minister
Latest Opportunities & Events
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Bolsa Cabo Verde Digital
Bolsa Cabo Verde Digital This pre-incubation program supports technology-based projects through capacity building and financial assistance. It is designed to help entrepreneurs develop their ideas into viable startups.
Available until:
Ongoing
Learn2Earn Tech Skill
The Learn2Earn Tech Skill-Building Program empowers youth, women, and underserved communities with essential digital skills to boost employability and entrepreneurship.
Available until:
Ongoing
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Our Partners
Cabo Verde Digital
Proempresa
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Notable Startups
Top Coworking Spaces
Notable Organizations
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Contact UsTop Achievements of the Cape Verde Startup Ecosystem
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Fastest-Growing in Western Africa
22%
Cape Verde recorded a 22% ecosystem growth rate, the highest in Western Africa
Western Africa
#2
Cape Verde is the second ranked ecosystem in Western Africa.
Lusophone Leader
#3
Cape Verde is the third-best startup ecosystem in the Portuguese-speaking world after Brazil and Portugal
Key Benefits of Joining Cape Verde Startup Ecosystem
Strategic Location & Global Connectivity
Bridging Africa, Europe, and the Americas, Cape Verde is positioned for cross-continental services, trade, and remote operations.
Policy Stability & Pro-Startup Programs
Remote Work Visa (6+6 months), Green Card residency with tax incentives, and national platforms like StartUp One Stop Shop lower entry barriers.
Growing Digital & Innovation Infrastructure
TechPark Cabo Verde (Praia & Mindelo), NOSi, and Cabo Verde Digital anchor programs from pre-incubation to global expansion.
Key Statistics
TechPark Capacity
1,500
Worker capacity across Praia & Mindelo.
Founders Trained (Bolsa CV Digital)
250+
Through mentoring & masterclasses.
5G Rollout Target
2026
Nationwide 5G plan in development.
Cape Verde Ecosystem Landscape
Taxes and Incentives
- Remote Working Cabo Verde: 6-month visa, extendable once; tailored for digital nomads and remote teams.
- Green Card (Permanent Residency): For relocating foreigners, with tax exemptions on qualifying activities.
- StartUp One Stop Shop: Centralized access to funding and support instruments by stage.
- Cabo Verde Digital: Government entity driving innovation; flagship programs include Re!nventa, GoGlobal, and Bolsa Cabo Verde Digital.
- Sikabadu (Diaspora Investment): Mobilizes the global Cape Verdean community to back tech businesses at home.
- Pró Empresa: Public agency promoting competitiveness and entrepreneurship among youth and SMEs.
- Cabo Verde TradeInvest: Country promotion and investment facilitation for FDI and strategic projects.
- TechPark Cabo Verde (Praia & Mindelo): Backed by the African Development Bank—infrastructure, grants, and seed funding.
Investor Landscape
- One-Stop Investor Facilitation: Cabo Verde TradeInvest (official IPA) offers investor guidance, incentives, and “10 Reasons to Invest” resources.
- Policy Incentives & Support: Tax breaks and a consolidated one-stop shop for investors noted by the U.S. State Dept.
- Remote-Work & Residency Pathways:
- Remote Working Cabo Verde visa: 6 months + 6-month renewal
- Green Card (residence-by-investment) with tax benefits
- Public Programs for Startups:
- Cabo Verde Digital: Bolsa CV Digital (pre-incubation), GoGlobal (internationalization), Digital Awards (annual)
- StartUp One Stop Shop: centralized access to funding and support across the startup lifecycle
- Hard Infrastructure for Tech: TechPark Cabo Verde (Praia & Mindelo), AfDB-backed, €51.85M project across two phases.
- Priority Sectors: Tourism; maritime/blue economy (ports, ship repair); ICT & digital services; energy (incl. renewables); logistics and privatization opportunities.
Ecosystem Milestones
2019
Launch of Cabo Verde Digital, a public program agency dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship and innovation.
Introduction of the Remote Working Cabo Verde program to attract remote workers.
2020
2023
Inauguration of TechPark Cabo Verde in Praia, designed to boost economic development.
First edition of the Youth Investment and Financing Summit.
2024
2024
Launch of the MIT Global Teaching Lab Program in partnership with TechPark CV
Top 5 for the "WSIS Prize 2024 Champion" award in the "Enabling Environment" category
2024
2025
First edition of Digital Awards Cabo Verde
Official Inauguration of TechPark Cabo Verde in Praia and Mindelo..
2025
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