Cape Verde aims to become the tech island of West Africa
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Cape Verde aims to become the tech island of West Africa
The Government of Cape Verde has inaugurated Tech Park Cape Verde
Tech Park Cape Verde is a centre of excellence for tech companies, marking a milestone in the nation’s digital transformation journey.
Funded by a €45.59 million investment from the African Development Bank (AfDB), the investment represents nearly 2% of Cape Verde’s GDP and is a key component of the country’s strategy to diversify its economy.
Strategic hub for West Africa
It reinforces Cape Verde’s ambition to become the “Tech Islands of West Africa” and a strategic hub for digital services and innovation connecting West Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
Cape Verde is an island country located off the west coast of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean. Comprising ten volcanic islands, it has a diverse culture shaped by African, Portuguese, and Brazilian influences. The country gained independence from Portugal in 1975.
TechPark CV is expected to boost technological development across Cape Verde and the wider region. It currently hosts 23 companies and has the capacity to accommodate up to 1500 workers.
The inauguration ceremony in Praia, the capital city of Cape Verde located on the island of Santiago, the country’s most populous island, attracted more than 300 companies, including international businesses and several prominent organisations like Intel, Microsoft, and Smart Africa, highlighting the international interest in Cape Verde’s technology sector.
A bridge between Africa, Europe and America
The park includes modern, sustainable infrastructure such as coworking spaces, data centres, a training centre, business centres, and a conference centre all supported by high-speed connectivity and international-standard digital services.
Its strategic mid-Atlantic location bridges Africa, Europe, and the Americas, creating unique opportunities for international partnerships and investment in African startups.
As part of its wider regional strategy, TechPark CV will also collaborate with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to support innovation across West Africa.
Its commitment to digital inclusion and sustainable development reflects Cape Verde’s morabeza — the national spirit of hospitality, warmth, and openness – which helps foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for innovation.
Cape Verde aims to become the tech island of West Africa
