The Africa Fintech Summit 2023
Beyond Banking: Digital Transformation in the Financial Services Industry
This is an exciting time for Fintech in Africa, as we are witnessing a range of innovations that have the potential to improve lives and drive economic growth. Now on its 8th year running, the dx5 Africa Fintech Summit will bring together leaders from across the continent who are at the forefront of this sector to discuss best practices, trends, solutions and challenges facing African financial services sector today.
Speaker List

Technology within the financial services industry (FSI) is transforming payments, finance, wealth management and insurance industries. Financial institutions are improving efficiency and effectiveness in their service delivery through the adoption of a multitude of technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud Computing, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Blockchain, Big Data and Analytics among other technologies all this wrapped in a secure infrastructure.
Topics to be covered
This year's Fintech summit will cover the following areas
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Edge Computing
DevOps
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Cybersecurity
NeoBanking
Payments and Remittances
Lending and Microlending
Digital Banking
Target Audience
The annual Fintech Summit targets a wide range of people and institutions in the Fintech space and offers an opportunity to meet key market players.
Heads of Compliance
Heads of Risk
Chief Information Officers
Chief Digital Offiers
Chief Financial Officers
Heads of Investment
Investment Bankers
Heads of Fintech
IT Infrastructure Managers
Chief Information Security Officers
Governance, Risk and Compliance Managers
Payment Systems Managers
Digital Banking Managers
Delivery Channel Managers
Chief Risk Officers
Speakers

Harry Hare
Co-Founder and Chairman, dx5

Dennis Volemi
Chief Information and Digital Officer, Diamond Trust Bank

Valentine Wambui
Manager - Fintech and Startups, KCB Bank Group

Sandeep Chagger
Group COO, Peach Payments

Seun Owoeye
Senior Vice President, Domestic Payments Network (Europe, the Middle East and Africa), Citi
Agenda
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Day 01
June 22, 2023
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Day 02
June 23, 2023
Are Banks Ready for Digital Transformation?
Opening Remarks

Harry Hare
Co-Founder and Chairman, dx5
Banking in the Cloud: How Digital Transformation is Changing the Game
Big Data, Big Insights: How Analytics is Revolutionizing Digital Banking
Coffee Break
Open Banking: Is the Future API-Driven?
Are APIs the key to unlocking the Future of Banking? This panel discussion will delve into the exciting potential of open banking, which allows third-party providers to access financial information from banks through APIs. We'll examine how this API-driven model can help banks and other financial services innovate and provide more customer-centric services, and explore the opportunities and challenges of this new frontier in banking. With the potential to create new business models and revenue streams, we'll discuss whether APIs are the key to unlocking the future of banking as we know it.
Blockchain Brilliance: Smart Contracts and Distributed Ledgers are the Future of Banking
AI-Powered Lending: The Smart Way to Access Credit in the Digital Age
Collaboration is the New Competition: Strategic Partnerships in Digital Banking
Collaboration over competition! This panel will discuss the shift towards strategic partnerships in the digital banking industry, where banks and fintech companies work together to provide innovative and customer-centric solutions. Exploring how these collaborations are changing the landscape of banking and discuss the benefits and challenges of this new approach to competition. By putting aside traditional rivalries and joining forces, we'll see how strategic partnerships can lead to a more dynamic and responsive banking ecosystem that benefits customers and stakeholders alike.
Banking as a Service: Opportunity for African Banks?
Hybrid Cloud: The Best of Both Worlds for Digital Banking
Lunch Break
The Internet of Banking: How IoT is Transforming the Financial Sector
Edge Computing: Bringing Banking to the Edge of the Network
Is 5G and IoT in BFSI a Match Made in Heaven?
Is 5G and IoT the perfect pair for banking and financial services?" This panel will explore the potential of the marriage between 5G and IoT technologies in the banking and financial services industry. Examine the benefits of this powerful duo, including faster and more secure transactions, real-time data analytics, and personalized customer experiences. We'll also discuss the challenges and considerations involved in implementing these emerging technologies, such as data privacy and security concerns.
Extended Reality: Exploring the Potential of XR in Banking
The Future of Payments: Innovations and Trends in Digital Banking
Wearable Banking: Is This the Next Wave of Mobile Banking Innovation
Is wearable Banking the future of mobile banking? This panel explores the potential of wearable devices as the next wave of mobile banking innovation. Examining how wearable banking technology can provide customers with easy access to banking services on-the-go, without the need for a smartphone or computer. The panel will also discuss the opportunities and challenges of implementing wearable banking technology, such as ensuring security and privacy of personal financial information.
Networking Session
Opening Remarks

Harry Hare
Co-Founder and Chairman, dx5
The AI Advantage: How AI is Empowering Banks to Deliver Better Service
Securing the Digital Bank
Coffee Break
Fragmentation and Interoperability: Peer-To-Peer as the Future of Payments
A Glimpse into the Future of Money. This panel will explore the future of money through the lens of digital currency and central bank digital currency (CBDC). The panelists will examine how digital currencies are changing the landscape of traditional banking and financial services and discuss the potential benefits and challenges of a CBDC system. From increased transaction speed and convenience to potential risks such as cyberattacks and financial instability, we'll explore the implications of this emerging technology for the future of money.
Decentralized Finance: The New Frontier of Banking and Investment
The Future is Contactless: The Rise of Mobile Point-of-Sale (POS) Payments
Is AI and ML the best Approach to Fraud Detection in FSIs?
Fraud, especially its dynamic nature, is a major area of concern requiring significant time and resources to isolate from an enormous volume of transaction data generated by financial institutions. As online transactions increase so is the increase in velocity of fraudulent transactions. Can artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) help FSIs to deal with this enormous challenge? Increase the speed of accurate detection and even predict future fraudulent transactions?
Data Privacy: Ensuring Compliance with Data Protection Regulations
Zero Trust and DevSecOps: Integrating Security into the Development Process
Implementing Zero Trust: Best Practices and Lessons Learned
Unlocking the secrets to a secure digital world! This panel discussion will explore the world of Zero Trust Security and discover the best practices and lessons learned from industry leaders. From identity and access management to network segmentation, we'll delve into the key components of a Zero Trust Architecture and explore how you can implement this game-changing approach to cybersecurity in your organization.
Lunch Break
Fintech Pitches/Product Demos
Networking and One-on-one Meetings
Tickets
Vendor Ticket
USD 1,000.00 (exc. VAT)
Vendor-only Ticket
End-user Ticket
USD 0.00
Strictly for non-vendor attendees
Sponsorship
Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your brand to a tech-savvy audience? Look no further! This event offers the perfect platform for you to reach out to potential customers and investors from a diverse range of attendees.
By sponsoring our event, you will not only gain brand visibility, but also the chance to network with some of the best and brightest minds in business, technology and leadership spaces. Our sponsorship packages are designed to offer maximum exposure for your brand, with customized marketing opportunities to help you stand out from the competition.