Ghana to host Africa Fintech Summit for the first time – local players urged to participate

By Eugene Davis

Local fintech companies are being urged to fully engage in the Africa Fintech Summit, scheduled for October 8–10, 2025 in Accra, Ghana. The event, a premier bi-annual gathering in the African tech space, will be held in Ghana for the first time.

The summit will bring together over 1,500 delegates, including policymakers, global investors, and fund managers managing billions in assets, all seeking opportunities in Ghana’s fintech ecosystem.

Foster Awintiti Akugri, Lead for Partnerships and Government Relations, underscored the opportunity:

“We are attracting major institutional investors and decision-makers who want to understand and invest in Ghana’s fintech market.”

Despite a drop in overall African fintech funding in 2024, Ghana saw a 33.4% surge in fintech transactions in Q1, signaling resilience and growth potential.

Over the years, the summit has convened across seven countries and helped catalyze over $600 million in startup investments. Last year’s summit in Nairobi generated $1.3 million in economic value and over 6,000 hotel room bookings.

Ghana’s edition promises more—with masterclasses for young innovators, engagement with regulators, and discussions on creating a stronger innovation ecosystem.

“We can’t build digital solutions without a skilled workforce,” said Mr. Akugri. “This summit will empower youth and foster collaboration between innovators and policymakers.”

Stephen Ameyaw, CEO of Shrinq Ltd., called on local startups to seize the opportunity:

“It’s a powerful platform for exposure, partnerships, and upskilling. Just joining a panel can be transformative.”

Organizers believe collaboration—particularly between central banks and innovators—is key to building an environment where consumers are protected and innovation thrives.

“This is not just an event,” Mr. Akugri concluded. “It brings value, builds networks, and helps shape the future of digital finance in Ghana.”