Good news for rooftop-fetishists: the rooftop at Westerwelle Start-up Haus, the latest addition to Kigali’s start-up ecosystem, is a solid contender for the best view of the city. Its spacious two-story outdoor terrace boasts a winning close view of the Convention Centre dome and panoramic views of wider Kigali. Here, young Rwandan entrepreneurs come to work, meet, and collaborate.
The start-up ecosystem in Kigali is booming. The growing demand for co-working spaces and innovation hubs is testimony to a burgeoning entrepreneurial scene in Rwanda.
A suitable space to set up shop remains one of the challenges for young entrepreneurs who are starting a business. Fast internet, access to materials, and being part of a community of like-minded people are crucial in the growth of any business.
Alongside Impact Hub, K-Lab and the recently opened CCHub Design Lab, Westerwelle Start-Up Haus brings its own unique proposition to the ecosystem. Community manager Sarah Rukundo explains:
"Westerwelle offers not just a work space, but a community. Here different start-ups and stakeholders meet to exchange ideas, collaborate and expand their skill set.”