Africa's FinTech ecosystem is witnessing a remarkable rise, with several homegrown unicorns emerging as global leaders in innovation and financial inclusion. This panel brings together influential voices from the US$150 billion African FinTech landscape to discuss the growth, impact, and future prospects of Africa's FinTech giants. Join us as we delve into the success stories and unique strategies employed by these FinTech trailblazers. Our panelists, including founders, investors, smart-city developers, regulators, & all-round experts, will explore the key factors that have propelled African FinTech companies to the forefront of the industry. They will share valuable insights on the challenges faced & opportunities seized, shedding light on the transformative power of FinTech in driving economic growth and social change across the continent. 

Moderator

Nicole Valentine

FinTech Director, MI Finance, Milken Institute

Speakers

Monica Brand Engel

Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Investment Strategy, Quona Capital LLC

Barbara Iyayi

Founder and Managing Partner, Unicorn Growth Capital

John O'Connor

CEO, RealFi

Peter Orth

Co-Founder and General Partner, 4DX Ventures

Ibrahim Sagna

Executive Chairman, Silverbacks Holdings

Daniel Warutere

Acting Director, Market Operations, Capital Markets Authority of Kenya