Washington DC: The Africa Fintech Summit (AFTS) 2025
The Africa Fintech Summit (AFTS) will be held in Washington DC on April 24, 2025, providing a premier platform to explore the latest innovations, challenges, and opportunities within the African fintech sector.
A Leading Event for African Fintech
The AFTS is supported by an advisory committee made up of thought leaders and pioneers in fintech. This summit serves as a unique space where ideas are explored, investments are mobilized, and collaborations are formed across industries and regions. It attracts key stakeholders from finance, technology, regulation, investment, and entrepreneurship, making it a must-attend event for anyone in the fintech space.
An International Event with Global Impact
- 57 countries represented
- 21 sessions and workshops designed to address challenges, explore solutions, and highlight fintech opportunities in Africa
- 12 partnership opportunities presented at the event, fostering collaboration and investment
The summit will showcase transformative fintech projects and initiatives that are revolutionizing finance in Africa, while also addressing the continent’s unique challenges.
A Key Platform for Partnerships and Investment
The Africa Fintech Summit offers an ideal opportunity for investors and companies to meet and explore funding opportunities in an industry with significant growth potential. In 2025, the summit will coincide with the World Bank Spring Meetings/IFC, providing a high-profile platform for impactful discussions.
With an estimated 5 billion USD in capital to be mobilized, this event is one of the most important for African fintech, driving the expansion of financial technologies across the continent.
Two Editions Each Year: Washington DC and an African City
The Africa Fintech Summit takes place twice a year:
- In Washington DC every April, during the World Bank/IFC Spring Meetings
- In a different African city each November, promoting local and regional fintech opportunities and strengthening the African fintech ecosystem
Why Attend?
- Explore the latest fintech innovations shaping Africa’s financial future
- Meet thought leaders and global investors to forge strategic partnerships
- Access investment opportunities in a rapidly growing sector with 5 billion USD in potential funding
The Africa Fintech Summit is an essential event for anyone looking to be part of the fintech revolution shaping Africa’s financial landscape.