Built on the premises of the historic Ecole Belge, located right in downtown Kigali, Norrsken is 12000 square meters of inspiration, shared resources and home to a community of impact entrepreneurs who work from East Africa’s largest hub for entrepreneurship.
Whether you're just starting up, focused on growth, or looking to join a purpose-filled community of founders, investors, talent and enablers, Norrsken House Kigali is equal parts home, knowledge center and connector.
If you're excited about building a shared future come join us! We've poured our hearts into making this a space that you'll want to come back to every morning because the place where you spend most of your time needs to be functional, adaptable and, not least, beautiful.
Every year we welcome hundreds of visitors and potential members who come to learn everything there is to know about our space, entrepreneur community and the Norrsken impact ecosystem.
Do you want to become a member or host an event? Join a tour of the Norrsken House to see how working from Norrsken can help you grow your team and your business, or create a dazzling event experience.
Planning an event? Gift your guests a lofty experience by booking one of our fully-equipped event venues. We host numerous outstanding events, all year round. If you are in search of a prime location and an exquisite space that is sure to draw attention, look no further. Norrsken House Kigali will ensure your event leaves a lasting impression.
100-200
Mingle
16:00-21:00 (Week Days) 10:00-21:00 (Weekends)
40
Board meetings, team building sessions, workshops, hackathons, and small group seminars.
09:00 - 19:00
80
Theatre style sitting & full-audio-visual set-up
09:00 - 21:00
150 - 200
(150 Seated, 200 Standing)
Formal seating, presentation style, or mingling with cocktail tables. (Outdoors, covered space)
16:00 - 21:00 (week days), 10:00 - 21:00 (weekends)
House Kigali is more than a workspace, we’re the 24/7 throbbing heart of impact entrepreneuring in East Africa, and home to 1,300+ world class talent, entrepreneurs, business leaders and support systems. We’re equal parts ecosystem catalyst and a one-stop hub of hubs.
Prefer sitting outside? We've got you covered! Settle down for some focus time in our outdoor pergola, or have a quick chat on any of our outdoor benches. No matter where you choose, you'll be surrounded by lush vegetation.
Every year we help more than a dozen women entrepreneurs building tech-enabled SMEs with resources that supercharge their growth and prepare them for scaling their business ventures.
You can drop in to a Lunch & Learn session, trade questions with experts and peers during Office Hours, join a hackathon group at a Deep Work Weekend, be inspired to find your artsy side at Cre8 workshops, or take a break from the hustle to sing, cry and laugh at ThursdayFusion, our monthly Open Mic showcase.
Every month our calendar is full of specially curated events like our flagship Founders’ Friday pitch event. networking mixers, meetups, member breakfasts and themed conversations. Our events are typically either exclusive to members, or open to the public. Check the event calendar to find what’s happening at House Kigali this month and RSVP.
Need somewhere quiet to crack a tough one or beat a deadline? Settle down for some focus time in the Library, or book a private booth and get down to business. You can also hide away in the gardens or find a quiet spot in the pergola. No matter where you choose outdoors, you'll be surrounded by lush vegetation.
