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Galle · Matara · Hambantota

The next wave of Sri Lankan innovation

A network of innovators and creators driving sustainable regional growth.

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Founders in the network: 100+; Founders in the network
People across the region: 2.6M; People across the region
Registered businesses: 50,000+; Registered businesses
Districts, one ecosystem: 3; Districts, one ecosystem

Founders gathered at a Southern Innovation Hub community event in a gallery — SIH community event

Galle Fort lighthouse among palm trees at sunset

A Region of Natural Beauty & Strategic Position

Galle, Matara, and Hambantota combine stunning coastal ecosystems with modern infrastructure, creating a strong environment for sustainable innovation.

From the historic Galle Fort to pristine beaches and thriving marine biodiversity, these three districts offer authentic foundations for ventures that blend heritage, nature, and technology.

Chalkboard welcoming founders to the Southern Innovation Hub meetup in Unawatuna — Founder meetup · Unawatuna

A growing founder community

Grown almost entirely through peer referral, and embedded with the Southern Provincial Development Authority as a named partner on its innovation agenda. Every business listed here is part of that same trusted network.

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A founder fireside chat on a wooden deck, speaker with microphone facing a seated circle — Founder fireside chat

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SIH Events & Programs

The Innovation Clinic, SIH Academy, Mentorship & Expert Matching, Investment Readiness, and Market Access Brokerage.

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Upcoming Community Events

Everything happening in the local startup community — founder meetups, partner programs, campus activations. Filter by sector and district, add to your calendar in one click.

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Find businesses in the network

A public registry of vetted businesses across Galle, Matara, and Hambantota, searchable by sector or district. It's also how we help partners and investors find the right introductions.

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Agriculture & Agro-Processing
Technology & Digital Services
Tourism & Hospitality
Blue Economy & Marine
Creative & Cultural Industries

District

Galle
Matara
Hambantota