The Inclusive FinTech Forum (IFF) 2026 returns to Kigali from March 10 to 12, bringing together leaders from across Africa’s financial technology ecosystem. Under the theme “Shaping the Future of Inclusive Finance: Innovation. Impact. Connection,” the three‑day event is expected to draw more than 3,000 leaders, investors, policymakers and innovators from across Africa and beyond. ALSO READ: Is Rwanda ready to become Africa’s FinTech center of gravity? The forum, organised by Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC), Singapore’s Elevandi, and the National Bank of Rwanda (NBR), has established itself as a premier global platform focused on advancing financial inclusion through technology and policy collaboration. Now in its third edition, organisers say IFF 2026 will spark high‑level dialogue on how innovation can be deployed responsibly to expand access to affordable and resilient financial services. Under its core themes of innovation, impact and connection, the forum will convene a mix of central bankers, regulators, venture investors, startup founders and technology leaders to explore strategic opportunities. ALSO READ: Golf meets fintech as 164 players join Equity Bank tourney ahead of Kigali forum Sessions will look at digital currency corridors for cross‑border payments, how artificial intelligence can broaden access to underserved communities, open finance ecosystems that encourage secure data sharing, and climate‑focused fintech solutions linked to sustainable development goals. Although mobile money has already transformed financial access in many markets, challenges remain in reaching the unbanked and integrating interoperable systems across borders. IFF 2026 aims to address these gaps by fostering cooperation among policymakers, innovators and investors, and by highlighting scalable technology solutions that can be embedded into national and regional financial infrastructure. Prior editions, organisers say, have already influenced strategic collaborations and showcased Rwanda’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for digital finance and inclusive economic growth.
