The Startup Meets Policy Dialogue - Building the Regulatory Runway for Africa's Fintech Takeoff

Africa's fintech sector has attracted over $6 billion in venture capital, yet startups face a patchwork of 54 different regulatory regimes. While AfCFTA promises seamless commerce, the regulatory reality remains fragmented. This dialogue brings together ecosystem builders, policymakers, investors, and financial inclusion advocates to address the critical question: How can Africa build regulatory infrastructure that enables cross-border scale without compromising consumer protection? Walk away with a practical roadmap: startups learn multi-country expansion strategies, policymakers gain insights into innovation-friendly oversight, and investors understand policy interventions needed to de-risk African fintech.