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Advancing Africa's Remittance-Opportunities and Challenges

This industry roundtable will bring together policy makers and industry leaders to explore the critical policies and technologies surrounding the transformative landscape of cross-border remittances in Africa. The discussion will delve into the latest technological advancements, policy frameworks, and emerging trends, that are shaping the future of remittances on the continent. The roundtable will set the stage by identifying the key challenges faced by the industry and the opportunities for transformation and growth in this space. Other issues such the impact of industry collaboration and regulatory initiatives on facilitating seamless and efficient remittances would also be discussed together with exploring the increasing adoption of technologies in enhancing the speed of remittances and reducing transaction costs. 

Speakers

Benjamin Fernandes

Benjamin Fernandes

Founder & Chief Executive Officer, NALA

Christian Kajeneri

Christian Kajeneri

Director Payment Systems, National Bank of Rwanda

Karim Dia

Karim Dia

Senior Mobile Money Regulatory Specialist, GSMA

Kwame Oppong

Kwame Oppong

Director of FinTech and Innovation, Bank of Ghana

Maurice Toroitich

Maurice Toroitich

Managing Director, NCBA Bank Rwanda Plc

Mike Kiptepkut

Mike Kiptepkut

Senior Manager, Central Bank of Kenya

Dr Tumubweinee Twinemanzi

Dr Tumubweinee Twinemanzi

Executive Director, Payment Systems Directorate, Bank of Uganda

Victor Malu

Victor Malu

Senior Business Development Lead, Mojaloop Foundation

Moderator

Dr Luca Antonio Ricci

Dr Luca Antonio Ricci

Advisor and Mission Chief & Head of SSA Digital Payment, International Monetary Fund