Canada Africa Fintech Summit 2025

5-8 August 2025

Sheraton Centre, Downtown Toronto, Canada

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Featured Speakers

CAFS 2025 Featured Speakers

Theme

Accelerating Canada-Africa Fintech Collaboration for Talent, Innovation, Investment, and Economic Growth

Program Overview

Key Objectives & Why Attend

To provide a platform for fostering collaboration between Canadian and African fintech companies, startups, investors, and policymakers.

Feature fintech innovation and share inspiring success stories with insights and the strategies behind their growth so others can learn and build on their success.

Recognizing that human capital is a critical driver of innovation.  Build capacity and foster fintech talent through leadership exchange, skills building, and shared learning to grow the next generation of innovators across Canada and Africa.

To showcase investment opportunities in the Canadian and African fintech landscapes. Attract capital and strategic alliances that drive scalable ventures and inclusive fintech growth.

Engage policymakers, and ecosystem builders to address policy gaps, support fintech innovation, and strengthen cross-border trust.

 

Step into a unique summit designed to connect Africa and Canada’s fintech ecosystems through four days of high-impact programming, thought leadership, collaboration, and curated networking.

From executive insights to investment opportunities and innovation tours, CAFS 2025 offers a launchpad for meaningful relationships, bold ideas, and transformative growth.

Who Should Attend

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Those involved in Fintech start-ups or considering launching one can gain insights into the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in the industry.

Venture capitalists, angel investors, and other financial investors looking to explore investment opportunities in the Fintech sector can benefit from networking and learning about emerging innovations.

Traditional finance professionals, including bankers, financial analysts, and investment managers, can stay updated on technological advancements impacting their industry and explore potential collaborations with Fintech companies.

Developers, engineers, and IT professionals interested in the technical aspects of Fintech, such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, can learn about new developments and challenges in the field.

Government officials and regulators involved in financial oversight and policymaking may attend to better understand the regulatory implications of Fintech innovations and promote responsible growth.

Scholars and researchers in finance, economics, and technology may attend to share their findings, collaborate with industry professionals, and gain practical insights into the real-world applications of their research.

Executives from traditional financial institutions and established companies seeking to understand how Fintech can impact their business models, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experiences.

Professionals providing consulting or advisory services in finance, technology, or strategy can attend to stay informed about industry trends and offer valuable insights to their clients.

Individuals with a general interest in entrepreneurship and technology may attend to gain inspiration, learn from successful Fintech entrepreneurs, and explore potential opportunities for collaboration or investment.

Those studying finance, technology, business, or related fields can benefit from exposure to industry leaders, networking opportunities, and gaining insights into potential career paths within the Fintech sector.

Registration Fees

Platinum Activator

Best suited for Business Executives, Investors, Consultants, Advisors.

Full Four (4) Day Summit Experience:

  • Aug 5: Welcome cocktails
  • Aug 6: Full Day Conference
  • Aug 7: Full Day Conference
  • Aug 8: Fintech Innovation Tour & Sunset Boat Cruise

Name/firm mentioned on social media & website as a Platinum Founding Activator of the inaugural CAFS.

CAD 2500

Professional Activator

Best suited for Finance and Technology Professionals, Regulators, Policy Makers.

Full Four (4) Day Summit Experience:

  • Aug 5: Welcome cocktails
  • Aug 6: Full Day Conference
  • Aug 7: Full Day Conference
  • Aug 8: Fintech Innovation Tour & Sunset Boat Cruise

Name/firm mentioned on social media & website as a Professional Founding Activator of the inaugural CAFS.

CAD 1250

CAFS Innovator

Best suited for Entrepreneurs, Start-ups, Women in Tech.

Full Four (4) Day Summit Experience:

  • Aug 5: Welcome cocktails
  • Aug 6: Full Day Conference
  • Aug 7: Full Day Conference
  • Aug 8: Fintech Innovation Tour & Sunset Boat Cruise

CAD 650

CAFS Canadian Delegate Passes

Startups / Founder Conference Pass

Three (3) Day Summit Experience (no tour/cruise):

  • Aug 5: Welcome cocktails
  • Aug 6: Full Day Conference
  • Aug 7: Full Day Conference

CAD 399

Investor / Policy / Gov Conference Pass

Three (3) Day Summit Experience (no tour/cruise):

  • Aug 5: Welcome cocktails
  • Aug 6: Full Day Conference
  • Aug 7: Full Day Conference

CAD 499

Student Conference Pass

Two (2) Day Summit Experience (no tour/cruise):

  • Aug 6: Full Day Conference
  • Aug 7: Full Day Conference

CAD 200

Service Provider Conference Pass

Three (3) Day Summit Experience (no tour/cruise):

  • Aug 5: Welcome cocktails
  • Aug 6: Full Day Conference
  • Aug 7: Full Day Conference

CAD 599

Add-On Experiences

Dinner Boat Cruise

  • Aug 8: Sunset Networking Dinner Boat Cruise (Toronto Harbourfront)

CAD 229

Banner Display

  • Aug 6+7: Opportunity to display pop-up banner

CAD 400

Gala Night

  • Aug 7: Gala Night

CAD 250

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Partners

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