Fintech Awards Market: Africa's Strategy for Growth in Nairobi 2024

Africa Fintech Summit Takes Nominations for 2024 Awards

The Africa Fintech Summit has announced the opening of nominations for the 2024 Excellence in Fintech Awards . The award ceremony will take place at the 12th edition of the Africa Fintech Summit , happening in Nairobi , Kenya , on September 4 - 6 , 2024 . Launched in 2018 , AFTS is the continents premier fintech event where ideas are explored , collaborations formed and investments mobilised for the growth of Africas fintech ecosystem . Each year , AFTS brings together global fintech stakeholders for two events : one in Washington DC , and another in an African city.

Africas fintech ecosystem has seen significant growth over the last decade , with a surge in funding , innovative solutions in payments and banking , and widespread adoption of fintech services . This has led to a new generation of African fintech leaders gaining global recognition . Earlier this year , Kenyas M - KOPA and other companies were acknowledged for their impact in the industry , showcasing the rapid development and success of African fintech startups.

The Excellence in Fintech Awards aims to recognize and celebrate outstanding fintech startups that are addressing critical challenges for Africans within the continent and beyond . The awards cover various categories such as Fintech of the Year , Bank of the Year , Excellence in Digital Banking , Excellence in Payments , and more . Nominations for this year 's awards are now open to the public , providing an opportunity to showcase the innovative work being done in the African fintech space.

The upcoming # AFTSNairobi2024 summit , scheduled for September 4 - 6 , promises to be a significant event for the African fintech community . With expert panel discussions , keynotes , a pitch competition , and tours of Nairobi 's tech ecosystem , the summit will offer a platform for stakeholders to engage and collaborate on the latest trends and developments in fintech . To learn more about the summit and register , visit www.africafintechsummit.com.

Overall , the Africa Fintech Summit continues to play a vital role in driving innovation and growth in the African fintech sector . By recognizing and celebrating the achievements of fintech startups , the Excellence in Fintech Awards contribute to the overall development and success of the industry in Africa . With the 2024 awards ceremony approaching , the spotlight is on the exceptional contributions of African fintech companies and the impact they are making on the continent 's financial landscape.