We are excited to announce that Mkopo Express will be a platinum sponsor at the upcoming Fintech Africa Summit 2025, the continent's premier gathering of financial technology innovators, industry leaders, and policymakers. This three-day event will take place at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi, Kenya from July 15-17, 2025.
The summit will focus on the theme of "Innovation and Inclusion: Building Africa's Digital Financial Future" and will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and drive the growth of fintech across the continent.
"The Fintech Africa Summit represents a unique opportunity to showcase how technology is transforming financial services in Africa. As a leading digital lender, Mkopo Express is proud to support this important platform for knowledge sharing and partnership building." - David Ochieng, CTO, Mkopo Express
Key Summit Highlights
The Fintech Africa Summit 2025 will bring together over 2,000 attendees from 45 countries and feature more than 100 speakers across multiple tracks. Key highlights include:
- Innovation Showcase: Demonstrations of cutting-edge fintech solutions from across Africa and beyond
- Regulatory Roundtable: Discussions with central bank governors and regulatory authorities on creating enabling environments for fintech
- Investor Forum: Connecting startups with venture capital firms, angel investors, and development finance institutions
- Hackathon Challenge: A 48-hour competition for developers to build innovative financial inclusion solutions
- Fintech Awards: Recognizing excellence and innovation in various categories
Mkopo Express Participation
As a platinum sponsor, Mkopo Express will have a significant presence at the summit, including:
Exhibition Booth
Visit our booth (#P12) in the main exhibition hall to learn about our latest digital lending solutions, including our recently launched Mkopo Business Plus program. Our team will be conducting live demonstrations and offering exclusive promotions for summit attendees.
Speaker Sessions
Several members of our leadership team will be participating in panel discussions and presenting on key topics:
- Sarah Kimani, CEO - Keynote on "The Future of Digital Lending in Africa" (Day 1, 10:30 AM)
- David Ochieng, CTO - Panel on "AI and Machine Learning in Credit Scoring" (Day 2, 2:00 PM)
- Grace Mwangi, Head of Risk - Workshop on "Building Resilient Digital Financial Services" (Day 3, 9:00 AM)
Product Launch
We will be unveiling a new feature of our mobile app designed specifically for micro-entrepreneurs. This innovative solution combines digital lending with business management tools to help small business owners streamline their operations and access capital more efficiently.
Registration Information
Early bird registration for the Fintech Africa Summit 2025 is now open. As a valued Mkopo Express customer, you can use the promo code MKOPO25 to receive a 15% discount on your registration fee.
Pre-Summit Networking Event
In the lead-up to the summit, Mkopo Express will be hosting an exclusive networking event for fintech professionals, investors, and industry stakeholders. The event will take place on July 14, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Nairobi.
This invitation-only gathering will feature a keynote address by a prominent fintech leader, followed by networking opportunities and refreshments. If you're interested in attending, please complete the registration form on our website.
We look forward to seeing you at the Fintech Africa Summit 2025 and exploring the exciting future of financial technology together!