March 2026
Exhibition Stage on Show Floor
Explore best-in-class fintech, AI, climate finance, and open finance solutions
shaping inclusive financial systems across Africa and emerging markets. Meet
startups, scale-ups, financial institutions, and global technology leaders
showcasing deployable innovations driving real-world impact, interoperability,
and sustainable financial inclusion.
shaping inclusive financial systems across Africa and emerging markets. Meet
startups, scale-ups, financial institutions, and global technology leaders
showcasing deployable innovations driving real-world impact, interoperability,
and sustainable financial inclusion.
Tuesday 10th March -
Thursday 12th March
Thursday 12th March
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
Inclusive Instant Payments System (MojaCom)
A deep dive into real-time and instant payment systems powering Africa’s next
growth phase. This track convenes regulators, infrastructure providers, and
innovators to explore interoperability, digital public infrastructure, and scalable
payment rails enabling seamless, affordable, and inclusive transactions across
borders.
growth phase. This track convenes regulators, infrastructure providers, and
innovators to explore interoperability, digital public infrastructure, and scalable
payment rails enabling seamless, affordable, and inclusive transactions across
borders.
Wednesday 11th March -
Friday 13th March
Friday 13th March
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
IMF-BNR Event on Interoperability in Africa
By Invitation Only
In-Person Meeting of the IMF SSA Central Bank Network on Central Bank Digital Currency and Digital Payments on “Cross-Border Interoperability of Payment Infrastructures in Africa”, jointly organized by the IMF, BNR, with the support of the GFTN. What are the obstacles to cross-border interoperability of payment infrastructures in Africa, and how to overcome them? This in-person meeting aims to provide an open platform to learn about, and discuss challenges and policy solutions for, cross-border interoperability of payment infrastructures, as well as to further develop our community and collaboration among participating countries. The goal is to identify obstacles to cross-border payment interoperability and explore practical policy solutions. The seminar will include presentations and panel discussions by speakers from the IMF, World Bank, central banks with hands-on experience, and institutions working on regional interoperable payment systems.
By invitation only.
By invitation only.
Monday 9th March
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
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Talent & Careers Forum
Talent Shaping Africa's Growth
The Talent & Careers Forum at the Inclusive FinTech Forum is a dedicated space for aspiring professionals, seasoned experts, and fintech enthusiasts to explore career opportunities in the ever-evolving fintech industry. This stage brings together industry leaders, HR professionals, and trailblazers to discuss the skills, trends, and pathways shaping the future workforce in fintech. Through keynotes, panels, and mentorship sessions, attendees will gain insights into building impactful careers while contributing to a more inclusive financial ecosystem.
Tuesday 10th March
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
Forum Stage - Global Leaders' Dialogues
Keynotes & Panels
The Global Leaders' Dialogues stage is the main stage for high-level global
dialogue. Heads of State, central bank governors, regulators, investors, and
industry leaders address the future of inclusive finance spanning policy, AI, capital
markets, digital assets, and financial stability across Africa and emerging markets.
dialogue. Heads of State, central bank governors, regulators, investors, and
industry leaders address the future of inclusive finance spanning policy, AI, capital
markets, digital assets, and financial stability across Africa and emerging markets.
Wednesday 11th March
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
The Founders Peak™
ft. The Startup Meets Policy Dialogues
A founder-first platform empowering early-stage and scaling entrepreneurs.
Through candid conversations with investors, policymakers, and experienced
founders, participants gain practical insights on regulation, funding, growth, and
building resilient fintech businesses.
Through candid conversations with investors, policymakers, and experienced
founders, participants gain practical insights on regulation, funding, growth, and
building resilient fintech businesses.
Thursday 12th March
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
Data Protection, Privacy & Financial Services Project Workshop
By Invitation Only
This workshop is part of the Data Protection, Privacy and Financial Services Project, led by the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) in collaboration with the Gates Foundation. The initiative aims to strengthen coordination between data protection and financial sector regulators with a focus on nine countries: Nigeria, Uganda, Ethiopia, India, Brazil, Pakistan, the Philippines, Indonesia, and South Africa.
The cross-regulatory workshop is the first in a series of three and sets the stage for deeper engagement in subsequent sessions. It will bring together regulators and global experts to share experiences, identify coordination challenges, and explore actionable pathways for alignment
The cross-regulatory workshop is the first in a series of three and sets the stage for deeper engagement in subsequent sessions. It will bring together regulators and global experts to share experiences, identify coordination challenges, and explore actionable pathways for alignment
Monday 9th March
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
FinTech Without Borders
Financial Innovation Uncovered
Flagship stage focused on cross-border finance, CBDCs, and payment
interoperability. Leaders from central banks, fintechs, governments, and global
institutions explore solutions that enable seamless cross-border trade, digital
currency corridors, and inclusive global financial connectivity.
interoperability. Leaders from central banks, fintechs, governments, and global
institutions explore solutions that enable seamless cross-border trade, digital
currency corridors, and inclusive global financial connectivity.
Tuesday 10th March
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
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Digital Public Infrastructure
Shaping How FinTech Ecosystems Scale
Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is reshaping how fintech ecosystems scale. The sessions explore how interoperable identity, payments, and data-sharing systems enable inclusive innovation beyond payments. policymakers, fintech leaders, and partners examine how interoperable, trusted, and well-governed DPI can drive sustainable growth, strengthen the ecosystem and expand access to financial services.
Wednesday 11th March
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
Roundtables & Workshops
The Roundtables at the Inclusive FinTech Forum provide an intimate and interactive platform for focused discussions on specialised topics, from regtech and open banking to climate finance and financial inclusion. These sessions connect participants with peers and experts, fostering collaboration and co-creation of innovative solutions for specific challenges in the fintech industry.
Tuesday 10th March -
Thursday 12th March
Thursday 12th March
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
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IFF VIP Drinks Reception with Hercle & Tether
By Invitation Only
Join Hercle and Tether as they co-host an exclusive gathering.
Enjoy insightful conversations and networking opportunities with leaders in digital financial infrastructure from 6pm-9:30pm, immediately following the day's final session of IFF on March 10th.
This is a curated gathering - please RSVP early as spaces are limited.
To join the event, please register below:
https://luma.com/dqvxxwn3
Enjoy insightful conversations and networking opportunities with leaders in digital financial infrastructure from 6pm-9:30pm, immediately following the day's final session of IFF on March 10th.
This is a curated gathering - please RSVP early as spaces are limited.
To join the event, please register below:
https://luma.com/dqvxxwn3
Tuesday 10th March
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Exact location will be shared upon successful registration
VIP Dinner
By Invitation Only
An invitation-only dinner convening senior policymakers, global leaders, investors,
and partners. Designed for strategic relationship-building, the evening enables
meaningful dialogue, trust-building, and collaboration in a private, high-level
setting.
and partners. Designed for strategic relationship-building, the evening enables
meaningful dialogue, trust-building, and collaboration in a private, high-level
setting.
Wednesday 11th March
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Atelier Du Vin, Kigali
Wrap Party
ft. The Founders ROCK™
You don't want to miss this one-of-a-kind industry networking where founders,
regulators, and business leaders jam together on stage to wrap up and celebrate
the Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026!
regulators, and business leaders jam together on stage to wrap up and celebrate
the Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026!
Thursday 12th March
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
Evening Wellness Session
Join our physical and mental well-being exercise. This is a light, inclusive wellness experience designed to bring IFF 2026 delegates together through movement, relaxation, and human-centered connection.
Tuesday 10th March
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Kigali Convention Centre - Roundabout, Kigali, Rwanda