Grant reliance harms Nepal’s startups; shifting to ROI-focused private equity is essential for scalable growth and sustainable enterprises.
Category: Startups
The pulse of Nepal’s startup ecosystem. News on venture capital, funding rounds, emerging disruptors, and success stories from the next generation of Nepali founders.
Nepal Fintech 2026: Cracking the $1B SME Credit Gap
Nepal’s fintech revolution aims to bridge the $1B SME credit gap using digital footprints and alternative data for lending.
Nepal Startups 2026: The Race to $500M in IT Exports
Nepal aims for $500M in IT exports by 2026, transitioning to SaaS and tackling brain drain with competitive salaries.
Healthy Food Delivery. The Cloud Kitchen Moat Against High Commission
Explores cloud kitchens vs. traditional restaurants, focusing on unit economics, brand building, and the future of food delivery in Nepal.
Why Fintech Dominates Startups in Nepal? The Saturated Wallet Ecosystem.
Nepal’s fintech sector faces fragmentation, leading to a consolidation trend, with only a few dominant super-apps expected in 24 months.
Mobile Payment in Nepal: The #1 Untapped Investment Opportunity.
Nepal’s mobile payment potential is vast, requiring trust, infrastructure, and innovative super-apps to transform its cash-dominated economy.
Beyond Trekking: 5 Underrated Niches in Nepal Tourism That Are Ready to Take Off in 2025-2026
When an investor or traveler hears “Nepal,” two images immediately flash into their minds: the majestic Everest and lines of trekkers trudging toward its base camp.
Urban Problems – Business Opportunities: Innovations in Waste Management, Coworking in Nepal’s Cities
Kathmandu is a city of contrasts. Ancient temples sit alongside sprawling urban sprawl, spiritual serenity sits alongside the deafening noise of traffic, and incredible growth energy sits alongside enormous pressure on outdated infrastructure.
Technology at the Service of Tradition: How to Build a Global Business on Nepalese Crafts
In this inefficient system, the biggest loser is the main creator: the Nepalese artisan. His unique talent and hours of painstaking work earn him only a fraction of the price paid by the end consumer in New York, London or Tokyo.
New Wave of EdTech in Nepal: Localized Platforms for Qualification and Language Learning
Nepal has one of the most valuable assets in the 21st century: its demographic dividend. More than half of the country’s population is under 25. This generation is ambitious, technologically savvy, and more eager than ever to pursue better career prospects both at home and abroad.