Last updated: Aug 28, 2026
Doing Business in Cabo Verde: Market Entry, GTM Strategy & Growth Potential
Why Expand into Cabo Verde
The population of Cabo Verde is 529,630, and is growing at the rate of 0.42%. The GDP per capita, which represents the potential spending power of the people, is $13,314, measured on a purchasing power parity (PPP) basis to allow comparison with other countries.
78.48% of Cabo Verde’s population lives in urban areas. 64.81% of the population is of working age (15-59). 74.74% of the population has internet access and % has 5G mobile coverage. These factors are important for digital-first businesses to keep in mind.
The Accuracast International Growth Index ranks Cabo Verde #103 overall for market attractiveness, rising 2 places over the past year.
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Cabo Verde's International Growth Stats
| International Growth Pillar | Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 52.24 |
| Purchasing Power | 57.9 |
| Digital Readiness | 59.6 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 67.54 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 47.31 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 47.16 |
| Digital Search Demand | 39.9 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 49.99 |
| Overall Score | 46.26 |
| Score Change | 1.28 |
| Overall Rank | 103 |
| Rank Change | 2 |
Digital Search Demand
39.9%
Purchasing Power
57.9%
Digital Market Maturity in Cabo Verde
The digital search demand score for Cabo Verde is 39.9.
Go-To-Market Strategy Considerations for Cabo Verde
The purchasing power score for Cabo Verde is 57.9, and the country scores 59.6 for digital readiness.
Financial & payment infrastructure
In terms of financial infrastructure, Cabo Verde scores 67.54.
Regulatory & business setup friction
From a business expansion point of view, Cabo Verde scores 47.31 for regulatory complexity and legal restrictions. This is reverse-scored, meaning the higher the score, the easier it is to navigate local regulation.
The score of 47.16 indicates the costs and friction associated with setting up a business presence in Cabo Verde.
Cabo Verde market attractiveness change
Compared to last year, the overall International Growth Index score for Cabo Verde has changed 1.28 points, moving the country 2 places higher from 2025, to rank #103 in 2026.
Most Popular Social Media Platforms in Cabo Verde:
- YouTube
- TikTok
International Expansion Risks for Cabo Verde
While new market expansion can be exciting, it is important to also consider the risks when entering a market like Cabo Verde.
Compare Cabo Verde to other countries
| International Growth Pillar | Cabo Verde Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 52.24 |
| Purchasing Power | 57.9 |
| Digital Readiness | 59.6 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 67.54 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 47.31 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 47.16 |
| Digital Search Demand | 39.9 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 49.99 |
| Overall Score | 46.26 |
| Score Change | 1.28 |
| Overall Rank | 103 |
| Rank Change | 2 |
| United States Score |
|---|
| 53.39 |
| 71.03 |
| 93.01 |
| 81.18 |
| 64.5 |
| 27.2 |
| 43.46 |
| 69.58 |
| 60.79 |
| 1.2 |
| 3 |
| 0 |
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