Africa Money and DeFi Summit

The Africa Money and DeFi Summit is a premier event that unites leaders from the African fintech and decentralized finance (DeFi) sectors with global industry players. Scheduled for September 24-25, 2025, in Accra, Ghana, the summit aims to foster investments and collaborations within the African fintech and Web3 ecosystems.

About the Event & Organizer

Organized by the creators of the Africa Tech Summit Series, the Africa Money and DeFi Summit has a history of facilitating significant industry gatherings. While specific statistics for the 2025 event are pending, previous editions have seen substantial participation. For instance, the 2023 summit attracted over 500 delegates, 250 companies, and 75 speakers, highlighting its role as a central hub for industry stakeholders. 

Speakers, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) & Founders

The summit features a diverse lineup of speakers, including industry experts, key opinion leaders, and founders from across the fintech and DeFi landscape. Notable past speakers have included:

Carmelle Cadet: Founder of EMTECH, a company specializing in central bank digital currencies.
Kwame A. Oppong: Head of Fintech and Innovation at the Bank of Ghana.
Adesoji Solanke: Director at Absa Group, focusing on fintech and innovation.
Leona Abban: Country Manager for Turaco Ghana, an insurtech company.
These speakers, among others, provide deep insights into the evolving fintech and DeFi sectors in Africa.

Sponsors and Exhibitors

The summit is supported by a range of sponsors and exhibitors from the fintech and crypto industries. Past sponsors have included prominent organizations such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), The HBAR Foundation, EMTECH, and Native Teams. These partnerships enhance the summit's offerings, providing attendees with exposure to cutting-edge technologies and services.

Why Attend the Africa Money and DeFi Summit in Accra 2025

Attending the summit offers numerous benefits:

Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders, innovators, investors, and regulators to foster partnerships and collaborations.

Participants can anticipate a comprehensive agenda that includes:

Keynote Addresses: Insights from thought leaders on the current state and future of fintech and DeFi in Africa.
Panel Discussions: Diverse topics exploring the intersection of technology and finance, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics.
Masterclass Sessions: In-depth sessions providing practical knowledge and strategies for navigating the fintech and DeFi landscapes.
Investment Showcase: Presentations from innovative startups seeking investment, offering a glimpse into the next wave of fintech solutions.
The Africa Money and DeFi Summit serves as a pivotal platform for stakeholders to connect, learn, and drive the advancement of financial technology and decentralized finance across the continent.