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Get Ready, South Africa! The 2nd Africa Fintech Forum is set to ignite the stage on 19th February 2025 in Johannesburg - and it’s where every senior executive and pioneering fintech company should be. Join the brightest minds in fintech, where cutting-edge ideas meet real-world solutions. Here’s why this is the can’t-miss event: Top 5 Benefits & Takeaways: High-Impact Insights: Gain exclusive access to strategies, insights, and trends from industry trailblazers and regulatory leaders driving the next era of fintech in Africa. Elite Networking: Connect with top decision-makers and influential executives across finance and tech. This is a rare opportunity to forge partnerships that can define the next wave of fintech and secure strategic growth. Sustainability & Vision: Discover the latest frameworks for embedding sustainability in fintech, a priority for leading brands looking to make a meaningful impact. Emerging Technologies in Focus: Dive into how AI, blockchain, and other cutting-edge technologies are reshaping the financial landscape, setting the course for a smarter, more secure, and scalable future. Startup Pitch Competition: Be inspired by the next generation of fintech! Top startups will compete in a high-energy pitch competition, showcasing innovative solutions set to transform the African financial sector. The Africa Fintech Forum is more than an event; it’s a launchpad for brands looking to make a powerful impact in Africa’s most influential market. Connect with decision-makers, strengthen your brand presence, and drive meaningful conversations that shape South Africa’s fintech future. Secure your spot today and drive change in Africa’s fintech landscape. https://lnkd.in/dcTc7TWw #AfricaFintechForum #BIIGlobal #FinancialInclusion #EmergingTechnologies #Sustainability

🎉 Rewinding 2024: Milestones, Memories, and Momentum! 🎉 As we close out this year, we reflect on our shared journey of innovation and community engagement. From fostering fintech innovation and supporting our members to hosting dynamic events, 2024 has been a year of collaboration and growth amidst times of challenges and uncertainty. 🔹 Promoting Fintech development: Year-on-year, our community base grew by 19.7%, with key partnerships developed with local incubators like La Plage Factory to support emerging founders and support the development of innovative regional projects like the Fintech Portal with the Africa Fintech Network. 🔹 Connecting Our Community: we held 13 events, hosting 700+ participants with numerous partners, tackling themes like AI, Web 3, DeFi or Digital transformation in Finance, and provided international knowledge-sharing opportunities with our webinars. 🔹 Supporting Talent development : Facilitated talks, panels, coordinating our 2023/2024 Future Fintech Champions programme with the MCB as our Programme and Lead Sponsor - and honoured to be recognised for the exceptional effort in delivering this programme by the Alliance DFA with an Excellence Award. 🔹 Advancing Policy Strategies: from contributing to consultation exercises led by our local regulators, research projects from global organisations to being appointed by the UNECA’s to support the development of a national fintech research strategy, it's been an eventful year, to say the least. Thank you to our members, partners, and stakeholders without whom our journey would not be possible. Here’s to continued growing collaborations in 2025! 🌐✨ Wishing you all a joyous holiday season and a prosperous New Year! MAFH Team #mauritustech #FintechGrowth #CommunityEmpowerment #DigitalEconomy #2024yearinreview #GratefulForSupport #mauritius #africa #fintech #fintechmauritius #Welcome2025 #milestones #memories #momentum

The Inclusive FinTech Forum 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal moment for the future of financial inclusion and technological adoption. Scheduled for 24th to 26th February 2025 in Kigali, Rwanda, this global platform is where leaders, innovators, and investors will convene to explore practical solutions to financial inequities worldwide. Unchained is proud of being a media partner for this year’s forum! With 3,000+ participants expected, including global policymakers, fintech pioneers, and entrepreneurs, this forum is a unique opportunity to: • Gain actionable insights on financial inclusion strategies. • Explore emerging markets and technologies reshaping finance. • Build partnerships with leaders driving long-term impact. For more details and registration, visit: inclusivefintechforum.com Inclusive FinTech Forum #IFF2025 #InclusiveFinTechForum #TechForInclusion #UnchainedPodcast

Connectivity, AI, and Fintech to Take Center Stage at MWC Kigali 2024: The GSMA MWC Kigali will return to Rwanda from 29-31 October 2024, bringing together innovators and political leaders from across Africa to discuss the continent’s digital future. Held at the Kigali Convention Center, the event will focus on driving the digital economy forward and fostering socio-economic development. The conference will feature keynotes and panel discussions [...] The post Connectivity, AI, and Fintech to Take Center Stage at MWC Kigali 2024 appeared first on Fintech News Africa. #Fintech #Africa

We think African VC is going to the moon! 🌕 An encouraging macroeconomy, a growing VC ecosystem and expansion across multiple sectors like fintech and healthtech are signs africa is going to take off 🚀 Want to see how? Read below and see our latest analysis 🕵️ https://lnkd.in/daezEvsk Written by: Jonathan Ouyang

I had the privilege of attending the First Nigerian Fintech Week, and it was an insightful experience that reinforced Africa's critical role in shaping the future of financial technology. One of the highlights of the event was the fireside chat with #RodgerWerkhoven and team, where they presented a compelling vision for Africa’s success in the age of AI. The discussion centered around four essential pillars that Africa must address to leverage AI and drive the fintech industry forward: 1. Talent: It was emphasized that Africa must invest in developing a strong talent pool, capable of harnessing AI's potential. This requires not only nurturing homegrown talent but also attracting global expertise. 2. Computing: Access to adequate computing power remains crucial. Without the necessary infrastructure, the continent cannot fully realize the potential of AI to transform industries, including fintech. 3. Data: Data is the fuel for AI. Africa needs to prioritize data collection, management, and analysis to ensure AI models can make informed, relevant decisions that serve the fintech sector. 4. Rules: Regulatory frameworks that enable AI while protecting users and promoting innovation are essential. Creating a balanced legal environment will foster trust and encourage growth. This conversation reinforced that AI, when properly harnessed, can be a powerful tool for advancing and sustaining the fintech ecosystem in Africa. The Nigerian Fintech Week left me with a renewed sense of optimism for the future of the industry, and I look forward to witnessing the strides we make in these areas. #NFW24 #Nigeriafintechweek

The Fintech Islands Experience (FiX), the only global fintech conference in the Caribbean, is collaborating with the Ghana Fintech and Payments Association (GFPA) to enhance connections between fintech stakeholders in Africa and the Caribbean. Scheduled for 𝘑𝘢𝘯𝘶𝘢𝘳𝘺 22-24, 2025, 𝘢𝘵 𝘚𝘢𝘮 𝘓𝘰𝘳𝘥’𝘴 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘞𝘺𝘯𝘥𝘩𝘢𝘮 𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘉𝘢𝘳𝘣𝘢𝘥𝘰𝘴, FiX25 aims to bring together leaders who are redefining financial services. With support from GFPA, a strong African presence is expected at the event. This collaboration reflects the growing interest in fintech services across both regions. According to the World Economic Forum's 2024 report, 57% of fintech companies operate across multiple jurisdictions, with 18% in Latin America and the Caribbean and 15% in Sub-Saharan Africa. Allison Hunte, Co-founder and CEO of Fintech Islands, highlighted the potential for growth in both regions as digital financial services advance. She noted that Africa's rapidly growing fintech sector offers numerous opportunities for collaboration with the Caribbean. The compact size of the Caribbean provides a strategic sandbox for testing new technologies before scaling. Martin Kwame Awagah 🇬🇭🌍, President of GFPA and FiX25 African Representative, will promote the event in Africa. He emphasized the value of peer learning and networking opportunities at FiX events, which have influenced policy development and strategic initiatives in fintech. FiX25 is expected to attract over 700 attendees globally, featuring deep-dive content tracks on digital transformation, AI in fintech, modernizing payments, and more. The event offers a platform for startups to connect with a broad audience and provides policymakers insights into industry needs. #Fintech #AfricaCaribbean #DigitalInnovation #FinancialInclusion #GlobalConnections

Africa is shaping the future of #Fintech. It’s not just adapting but leading. A blend of need and innovation is driving fintech evolution. Fintech startups across Africa are bypassing classic banking hurdles, providing tailored services from #mobilebanking to microloans. What's the global impact? As these startups grow, they reshape financial tech standards. They teach lessons in innovation, customer-focused design, and collaboration. The burning question is: How can global fintech interact with African innovators? The answer may shape global financial services for the next decade. Let's discuss this crucial transformation. Your ideas could spark the next fintech breakthrough 🔽. Share views on Africa's fintech scene. Will it mold the future of finance? Can we collaborate better? Join us from 12th-15th June in Naivasha, Kenya, to explore Africa's future in Fintech at the Africa Fintech Festival.

In 48 hours, Africa’s biggest financial minds will come together to redefine digital finance. Will your business be ready to adapt? The Africa Fintech Forum 2024 kicks off in just two days, and it’s set to reshape the future of digital finance across the continent. As Fintech continues to bridge the gap between financial services and millions of underserved Africans, this forum is the event that CEOs, product managers, and innovators can't afford to miss. 🌍 With challenges like low internet penetration and the digital divide, Africa’s fintech landscape is ripe for disruption. But that’s exactly where the opportunity lies—collaborative solutions between governments, financial institutions, and telecoms are the keys to unlocking inclusive growth. Here's why this forum is a must-attend: 🀄 Innovative Collaborations: The event will bring together policymakers, tech leaders, and financial experts to explore how fintech can drive financial inclusion. 🥋 Spotlight on the Kenyan Ecosystem: Kenya, a leader in digital financial services, will host conversations that could shape the future of fintech across Africa. 🎗 New Horizons in Tech: Discussions will cover AI, automation, and blockchain, with a focus on scaling these technologies to reach underserved markets. Join the movement that’s driving Africa’s digital transformation. This is more than just a forum—it's a platform for action, collaboration, and the next wave of financial innovation. Who's attending the Africa Fintech Forum? Let's connect and discuss how we can shape the future of finance in Africa together! #FintechAfrica #Innovation #DigitalFinance #AfricaRising #FinancialInclusion #AfricaTech #AI #Automation #FintechForum2024 #Leadership

Exciting news from the Singapore FinTech Festival! 🌟 Launched by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) last week, the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) was introduced in detail today by Ravi Menon, Chairman of GFTN, at his keynote address for the Festival. He announced its Board of Directors, who will be guided by an International Advisory Board comprising distinguished public and private sector leaders with a demonstrated commitment to the public interest. GFTN represents the next phase of Singapore’s FinTech journey, a milestone in the global FinTech movement. With a mission is to harness technology and foster innovation through global partnerships to promote more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial ecosystems, GFTN will have four strategic businesses: 👉 GFTN Forums – a global conference convenor, dedicated to finance and technology. 👉 GFTN Advisory - a knowledge centre, offering practitioner-led advisory services and research on innovation policies and ecosystems. 👉 GFTN Platforms – a platform service provider for businesses, especially small and medium enterprises and FinTech firms. 👉 GFTN Capital – an investment fund for technology start-ups that have the potential for sustained growth and positive social impact. Join us in this exciting journey, as we venture into a new chapter in the global financial ecosystem! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gw3M-77A