Meet Ethiopia's Own Silicon Valley - Sheba Valley, and Its Top Startups
Ethiopia’s Sheba Valley—a name inspired by the legendary Kingdom of Sheba—is rising as a vibrant force in Africa’s tech and startup scene. What started as a small but determined innovation hub has rapidly evolved into a powerhouse of entrepreneurship. In just five years, over 85 startups have secured a remarkable $95 million in venture capital, propelling the ecosystem’s valuation to $300 million, a 200% increase since 2019.
From edtech to mobility and food delivery, Sheba Valley is fostering solutions that touch everyday lives, with companies like Gebeya, ZayRide, and beU Delivery securing backing from global investors Orange Ventures, Partech, and MiraclePlus.
With Ethiopia cementing its place as a top six economy in Africa, Sheba Valley is more than a startup hub—it’s a vision unfolding. A community of innovators, dreamers, and builders shaping the future of African tech.
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