Westerwelle Startup haus Kigali is a coworking and startup space in Kimihurura, Kigali, Rwanda. It’s run by the Westerwelle Foundation, an international non-profit that has supported entrepreneurs since 2013 and in Kigali since 2018. We offer coworking, private offices, meeting rooms, and event space, alongside programmes and events for entrepreneurs. 

Our members include early-stage startups, social enterprises, non-profits, remote tech teams, independent consultants, and creative entrepreneurs, working in FinTech, AgriTech, CleanTech & Climate, EdTech, HealthTech, and Hardware & Creative Industries. Organisations we currently host include Trust Stamp, eKitabu, Shamba Centre for Food & Climate, Ironji Trade Ltd, and Afri-Global Cooperation Programme Ltd. 

We’re at KG 622 Street, Fairview Building, 4th Floor, Rugando, Kimihurura, Kigali. Opposite Lemigo Hotel. On-site parking available around the building premises. 

The space is open Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 10pm. Extended access available for Private office members (24/7). Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 4pm. 

Yes. A day pass costs 17,700 RWF including VAT and includes an open-space desk, Wi-Fi, and kitchen access. You can book your day pass on the same day at the reception desk. 

• Day pass: 17,700 RWF per day
• Flex desk (any desk in the open space): 153,400 RWF per month
• Fixed desk (your own dedicated desk on the 4th floor): 236,000 RWF per month
• Club membership: a rooftop desk from 76,700 RWF per month
• Private office for up to 25 people: from 1,770,000 RWF per month

Prices are in Rwandan francs (RWF) and include VAT. Coworking packages require no deposit; private offices require two-month deposit.

All memberships include Wi-Fi at 150 Mbps, access to the shared kitchen, free water and tea, printing, and access to community events. Depending on your plan, you also get from 4 up to unlimited hours of meeting room use per month, 24/7 access with a private office, and mail handling.  

We have high-speed internet at 150 Mbps with a backup connection. A UPS that keeps the space running during power cuts. 

Yes. Our private offices fit teams of up to 25 people and come secure and lockable, with 24/7 access. They suit international organisations entering the Rwandan market, project teams, and growing startups. Private offices require two-month deposit. To check availability, contact info@westerwelle.haus or +250 789 402 033. 

Yes. Our address can be used as your official registered company address with the Rwanda Development Board (RDB). Our Virtual Office service costs 153,400 RWF per month and includes use of our business address and receiving mail and packages on your behalf. 

Yes. You’re welcome to book a tour (free of charge) by contacting info@westerwelle.haus or +250 789 402 033 (call or WhatsApp). 

Yes. Our meeting rooms seat up to 20 people and come with high-speed Wi-Fi and a projector or screen. They cost from 17,700 to 29,500 RWF per booking per hour, depending on the room and duration. Book via calling +250 789 402 033 

Yes. Our event space holds up to 150 people (rooftop space) and has setup, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a projector or screen. Prices start from 590,000 RWF including VAT. Pricing depends on the format, duration, and logistical support needed. Send all information (date, expected numbers, format, and requirements) to info@westerwelle.haus. 

Yes. We run programmes for early-stage and tech-enabled startups, young social innovators, and women working on climate solutions in Rwanda, in partnership with organisations such as the U.S. Embassy in Rwanda, the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE), Global Affairs Canada, GIZ, Make-IT in Africa, and United Internet for UNICEF. Current and recent programmes include Future Makers Kigali, which supports young people with skills training, incubation, and seed grants. See all programmes at westerwelle-foundation.com/programmes.

Calls for applications are published on our social media channels. Each call sets out who’s eligible, what’s offered, and the deadline. 

No, we regularly host events that are open for anyone to join. All open events are published on our social media channels. Members gain access to additional private events only for programme participants and coworking members.  

We co-create programmes, events, and initiatives with companies, foundations, and public institutions. Partners can co-design a programme, sponsor an event, offer mentoring, or host a delegation. Get in touch at info@westerwelle.haus. 

Yes, our space is fully accessible. Guests arrive through a gate on level ground and can enter the building by a ramp beside the steps. From the ground floor, a lift takes them up to both of our floors, the 4th and 5th, where every meeting room, event space and toilet is accessible. 

Email info@westerwelle.haus, call or WhatsApp +250 789 402 033, or visit us at KG 622 Street, Fairview Building, 4th Floor, Rugando, Kimihurura, Kigali. Opposite Lemigo Hotel. during opening hours.