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Africa Payments & RegTech Forum
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“Do not wait to strike till the iron is hot, but make it hot by striking.”
William Butler Yeats
In Africa, Payments and Regtech stand as catalysts for economic transformation. Innovations in digital transactions coupled with robust regulatory technology are reshaping the financial landscape. Together, they forge a path towards financial inclusion, efficiency, and a resilient future for the continent.
Join us for the Africa Payments & RegTech Forum - an elite gathering of global key influencers, innovators, strategists and thought leaders in the payments and the regulatory space. Participate in exciting discussions around the latest market trends, digitalisation, regulations, innovation and technology and take advantage of impactful networking opportunities.
The Africa Payments & RegTech Forum is the ultimate meeting point for future-oriented financial service enthusiasts in the payments and regulatory space.
OUR SPONSOR
WHAT'S COMING UP
THE EVOLVING PAYMENTS TECHNOLOGY LANDSCAPE
Hear more about - what is the future of money? Learn how to reach the market effectively with the
latest innovations in Payments.
Learn more about decentralized finance, integrated identity tokens, Quantum, AI, Blockchain, Cloud
and much more…
DATA PRIVACY, ETHICS
& CYBERSECURITY
Protecting consumers’ privacy and the potential of AI are key themes to be covered. Hear more
about connecting cybersecurity with managing risk and fraud and establishing a model of security-
by-design.
Let’s explore the revolution of AI and the impact of bias and ethics.
REGTECH AND COMPLIANCE INNOVATION: KEY TRENDS & CHALLENGES
Discover more about automating compliance management and using advanced technologies.
Learn more about next-generation financial crime compliance technology and increasing
transparency and cost-efficiency.
THE AGENDA
28 AUGUST | JOHANNESBURG | SOUTH AFRICA
28 AUGUST 2025
08:30-09:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
09:00-09:15
WELCOME ADDRESS
09:15-09:30
CHAIRMEN OPENING ADDRESS
09:30-09:55
OPENING KEYNOTE SPEECH + Q&A
Trends and Innovations in Payments and Regulatory Technology
09:55-10:20
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
The Evolving Landscape of Digital Payments in Africa
10:20-10:50
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies: Impact on Payments and Regulations
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Moving toward decentralised finance and decentralised autonomous organisations
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Tokenization and its impact on traditional financial markets
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Advancing regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrencies and tokenization
10:50-11:20
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
11:20-11:50
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Financial Inclusion
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The use of data and analytics to improve financial inclusion
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The role of partnerships in promoting financial inclusion
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Addressing regulatory and policy barriers to financial inclusion
11:50-12:15
KEYNOTE SPEECH + Q&A
Sustainable Payment Solutions
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Consumer-driven demand for sustainable payments
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Recommerce and sustainable payment incentives
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Future of green payment practices
12:15-12:40
KEYNOTE SPEECH + Q&A
RegTech in ESG Reporting
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Discussing how RegTech enables businesses to communicate transparently with stakeholders by providing clear, standardized, and reliable ESG reports
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Data aggregation and analysis
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Regulatory compliance alignment
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Risk identification and mitigation
12:40-14:00
NETWORKING LUNCH
14:00-14:30
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Financial Crime Investigations and Digital Forensics
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Digital Fraud Trends impacting payment systems
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Cryptocurrency Forensics: challenges and methodologies of investigating financial crimes involving cryptocurrencies
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Incident Response and Cyber Resilience: Examine strategies for developing robust incident response plans tailored to financial crimes in payment systems
14:30-14:55
FIRESIDE CHAT + Q&A
Focus on Cybersecurity
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Data protection- cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive financial data
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Utilising advanced technologies to detect and prevent cyber fraud
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Secure transactions
14:55-15:30
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Regulatory Frameworks: What Lies Ahead in 2025 and Beyond
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Promoting regulatory cooperation and convergence
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Encouraging harmonisation of regulatory standards across jurisdictions to facilitate cross-border payments and financial innovation
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Updating regulatory frameworks to address emerging technologies and risks
15:30-16:00
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
16:00-16:30
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
The Use of Biometrics for Secure and Convenient Payment Authentication
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The evolution of biometrics to include behavioural biometrics, and analysing unique patterns
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Multi-factor authentication
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Predicted integration of biometrics across various devices and platforms
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Regulatory refinement
16:30-17:00
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Regulatory Frameworks: What Lies Ahead in 2025 and Beyond
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Promoting regulatory cooperation and convergence
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Encouraging harmonisation of regulatory standards across jurisdictions to facilitate cross-border payments and financial innovation
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Updating regulatory frameworks to address emerging technologies and risks
17:00-17:25
FOUNDERS FEATURE
17:25-17:30
CHAIRMEN CLOSING COMMENTS DAY 1
17:30-19:00
NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
MEDIA PARTNERS
KEY BENEFITS FOR PARTICIPATING
Interactive Hybrid Platform
Hybrid events enable you to put a virtual face to your organisation or come actually face-to-face by speaking to your viewers, attending meetings and networking
Build Thought Leadership
Showcase expertise and establish yourself as an industry thought leader
Generate Leads
It is the most cost-effective way to generate qualified leads of key B2B decision makers
Targeted Audience
Meet & engage with your target group
Global Reach
Hybrid events enable you to connect with your target audiences both locally and globally
New Prospects
Engage with new prospects and support existing relationships thus helping to drive leads into your sales funnel
MEANINGFUL NETWORKING
Finally we are back with in-person events! The time to connect with our colleagues and peers in the Payments and RegTech sector is here! Our aim with the Africa Payments & RegTech Forum is to facilitate key discussions and create a platform for meaningful networking. No spamming, no irrelevant conversations, just quality conversations that promote business growth.
“Impressive stage of presenters discussing actual hot topics in the payments industry. A good forum for networking with others working in the same sector & also payments/financial services experts.”
MeDirect Malta Senior, Manager - Core Banking Platforms
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BECOME A SPONSOR
Sponsoring the Africa Payments & RegTech Forum provides you with the perfect opportunity to showcase your solutions and interact with your target audience in a purposeful way.
You can expect to secure new direct connections with key decision-makers and industry influencers.
Our Sponsorship packages take on a holistic approach and are tailored to accommodate your specific business objectives.
Packages can include:
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20-30 minute keynote presentation or inclusion on an industry-expert panel discussion
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Access to The Meeting Point which includes 5 pre-qualified meetings
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An integrated international marketing & branding campaign strategy
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International social media campaigns
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Dedicated booths and promotional areas
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Prestigious PR opportunities & interviews with international media
