Why this discussion matters now:
While global headlines are dominated by AI, a stark reality is emerging in Africa's fintech landscape. A recent report from African Business highlights a "funding bifurcation," where a significant portion of venture capital is being diverted towards a handful of AI-native startups, leaving many established fintechs feeling left behind. This panel confronts the critical question: Is the AI fascination creating a "lost generation" of otherwise viable African fintechs, and how can founders navigate this new, more discerning investor climate?
What you'll walk away with:
A resilience playbook for the post-hype era. Attendees will gain a clear-eyed perspective on the shifting VC landscape and a practical framework for articulating their value proposition beyond AI buzzwords. The session will equip founders with strategies to attract capital from a shrinking pool of generalist investors and identify new funding sources, ensuring they can continue to build sustainable businesses in a world obsessed with the next big thing.
