Johannesburg, South Africa – September 2025 – MTN Group Fintech, Africa’s largest fintech platform by scale and reach, will host its first-ever MTN Fintech Summit 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa, from 9 to 11 September 2025.

Themed “Take-Off”, the Summit will bring together 300 delegates from across Africa and beyond, including policymakers, regulators, fintech innovators, and industry leaders. The event marks a milestone in MTN Group Fintech’s growth journey, aiming to spark collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and new commercial opportunities within Africa’s digital financial services ecosystem.

A Defining Moment for Africa’s Fintech Sector

Serigne Dioum, CEO of MTN Group Fintech, highlighted the significance of the Summit:

“Our theme ‘Take-Off’ captures the essence of our current trajectory, a pivotal moment where strategic groundwork meets execution, and innovation meets scale. This inaugural summit underscores our commitment to the ever-growing pedigree of Africa’s fintech landscape. By bringing together leading innovators, regulators, and policymakers, we aim to shape inclusive and trusted digital financial systems that unlock new opportunities, uplift communities, and drive lasting socio-economic impact across the continent.”

Two Streams, One Goal

The Summit will run across two interconnected streams:

Regulatory & Policy Forum – exploring strategies to strengthen regulatory frameworks and align with evolving standards.
Commercial & Ecosystem Forum – deepening industry collaboration to accelerate digital and financial inclusion.

High-impact sessions will tackle critical issues such as cross-border remittances, float management, data sovereignty vs. regulatory compliance, and the need for harmonized oversight of Mobile Money Payment Service Providers (PSPs).

Regulatory and Legal Emphasis

Nikiwe Tanga, Chief Legal Officer at MTN Group Fintech, emphasized the balance between innovation and governance:

“Our ambition extends beyond commercial objectives to include the advancement of sound regulatory and legal frameworks that support inclusive financial systems. This summit underscores MTN Group Fintech’s commitment to fostering trusted digital ecosystems that align with evolving legal standards and regulatory expectations. By facilitating dialogue, reinforcing compliance-driven partnerships, and promoting responsible innovation, we are contributing to the development of resilient financial infrastructures that uphold the rule of law and deliver sustainable value across Africa.”

Driving Digital Transformation

Positioned as a cornerstone platform for Africa’s digital transformation journey, the MTN Fintech Summit 2025 will highlight the pivotal role fintech continues to play in bridging gaps in access, opportunity, and innovation.

By uniting diverse stakeholders under the “Take-Off” theme, MTN Group Fintech sets the stage for a future where inclusive, scalable, and trusted digital financial systems drive socio-economic growth across Africa.