2026 REGTECH AFRICA CONFERENCE & EXPO Under the Patronage of: The Office of the Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria State House Banquet hall, presidential villa, Abuja – Nigeria
may 20-22, 2026,
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BUILDING TRUST, INFRASTRUCTURE AND POLICY FOR A BORDERLESS AFRICA - A GLOBAL MANDATE

OVERVIEW

Regtech Africa Conference is the premier forum on regulatory services innovation and excellence with focus on Africa. It provides the platform for regulators, regulated, policy makers and key industry stakeholders to engage, collaborate and share knowledge around new technologies and practices that support better regulations. 

With a cumulative total of over 15,000 delegate registrations in previous events, this edition of the conference promises to be even more exciting, educative and informative, providing lot of opportunities for knowledge sharing, networking and partnership at the highest level.

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is forging a single, $3.4 trillion market. For international corporations and financial technology providers, success hinges on two things: trust and harmonization. The 2026 RegTech Africa Conference brings global standard-setters together with the African policymakers responsible for drafting the new digital rulebook.

This is the definitive global summit for organizations seeking to de-risk market entry, influence pan-African policy, and secure first-mover advantage in the world’s fastest-growing digital consumer base.

THE
VALUE PROPOSITION

The conference offers the following strategic, targeted value propositions:

Direct Policy Influence

Our venue—State House Banquet hall, presidential villa, Abuja—ensures direct engagement with regulators, central bank governors, and top policymakers, allowing you to showcase solutions to the very people shaping POLICY and national INFRASTRUCTURE decisions

Unrivalled Partnership Access

Engage with the continent’s most influential financial institutions, large-scale Telcos, and high-growth African FinTechs. This platform is engineered for closing strategic INVESTMENT and partnership deals crucial for continental expansion.

The Global RegTech & FinTech Expo

Position your cutting-edge technology directly in front of buyers and users actively seeking compliant, scalable solutions. The Exhibition is the continent’s premier showcase for international firms to penetrate new African markets.

Elevated Dialogue

Our panels move beyond theory. They focus on complex, actionable topics essential for secure cross-border operations.

High Quality Delegates

Network with over 1,000 delegates from regulatory bodies, global banks, investment firms, and technology innovators across 40+ countries.

Lead generation

Secure more qualified marketing leads for your sales team by taking advantage of our online lead-gen activations.

Conference
Features

Panel Tracks &
Key Themes

Infrastructure & Interoperability

Strengthening the backbone for a connected Africa.

Digital Financial Inclusion

Empowering millions through equitable digital access.

Innovation & Emerging Technologies

Harnessing AI, blockchain, and data for good.

Cross-Border Payments & Harmonization

Advancing seamless trade and commerce.

AML & KYC

Enhancing digital identity and compliance frameworks for trust.

Cybersecurity & Data Protection

Building digital trust and consumer protection

WHO WILL
ATTEND

Government and Regulatory Agencies

Multinational Technology Companies

Fintech & RegTech Innovators

Global Financial Institutions & Central Banks

Legal, Risk & Compliance Professionals

Venture Capital & Investment Firms

Agenda Overview

Day 1
May 20, 2026
Day 2
May 21, 2026
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Room 1

Registration & Breakfast

10:30 am - 11:00 am
Room 1

Digital World Event Information

Mark wesley
Building Brands

How you transform your business as technology, babits industry dynamics change? Find out from those leading the charge

11:00 am - 11:30 am
Room 1

Reinventing Experiences

Emma stone
Photographer

How you transform your business as technology, babits industry dynamics change? Find out from those leading the charge

11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Room 1

Lunch Break

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Room 1

Discussion: innovation and Technological Entrepreneurship

John Smith
Consultant
Eric Bana
Economy Expert

How you transform your business as technology, babits industry dynamics change? Find out from those leading the charge

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Room 1

Explorations Of New Approaches To Creative Leadership

Cecilia Qvist
Spotify
Daniel fernandes
Twitch
Mark Wesley
Building Brands

How you transform your business as technology, babits industry dynamics change? Find out from those leading the charge

9:30 am - 10:30 am
Room 1

Registration & Breakfast

10:30 am - 11:00 am
Room 1

Digital World Event Information

William Robben
Marketing Manager
Cecilia Qvist
Spotify

How you transform your business as technology, babits industry dynamics change? Find out from those leading the charge

11:00 am - 11:30 am
Room 1

Reinventing Experiences

Daniel fernandes
Twitch
Eric Bana
Economy Expert

How you transform your business as technology, babits industry dynamics change? Find out from those leading the charge

11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Room 1

Lunch Break

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Room 1

Discussion: innovation and Technological Entrepreneurship

Ajay core
CTO
Emma stone
Photographer

How you transform your business as technology, babits industry dynamics change? Find out from those leading the charge

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Room 1

Explorations Of New Approaches To Creative Leadership

Daniel fernandes
Twitch
Mark Wesley
Building Brands

How you transform your business as technology, babits industry dynamics change? Find out from those leading the charge

Agenda
TRACK OVERVIEW

Infrastructure & Interoperability

Power, Policy, and Platforms: Connecting Existing Infrartuctures or Starting from Scratch?

Africa’s digital transformation is constrained by fragmented systems, weak connectivity, and limited interoperability between markets and service providers. Without robust digital infrastructure, the dream of a unified digital economy remains out of reach. This panel will explore how scalable infrastructure, shared platforms, and policy harmonization can unlock seamless digital ecosystems, drive innovation, and enable inclusive growth across borders.

Digital Financial Inclusion

From Access to Impact: Accelerating Economic Inclusion for Sustainable Growth

Nigeria has made significant progress in expanding access to digital finance, yet millions remain financially excluded from formal financial systems, stifling economic participation and prosperity.  Despite fintech growth, structural barriers — from digital literacy gaps to policy fragmentation — persist.

This session will address how technology, innovation, and inclusive regulation can break these barriers, bringing affordable and accessible financial services to every corner of the continent. A financially inclusive Africa is essential for a truly borderless economy.

Digital Assets & Regulation

Moving beyond fear and bans: How Clear Digital Asset Regulations Can Unlock FDI in Africa

Moving beyond fear and bans—how can proactive, clear Blockchain and Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) regulation be deliberately used to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) and create high-value jobs?

This session challenges policymakers and regulators to rethink their approach: how can transparent, well-structured digital asset frameworks attract global investors, build market confidence, and position Africa as the next frontier for compliant crypto and blockchain innovation?

Cross-Border Payments & Harmonization

Trading Without Borders: Why Is Moving Money Across Africa Still So Hard?

Fragmented payment systems and currency barriers continue to undermine intra-African trade and regional integration. Despite the promise of the AfCFTA, seamless cross-border payments remain a major challenge. Regulatory misalignment, legacy systems, and limited interoperability continue to frustrate businesses and consumers alike.

This panel will explore strategies for policy alignment, payment interoperability, and regional infrastructure that can power a truly borderless African economy — one where money moves as freely as ideas and goods.

AML & KYC (Anti-Money Laundering & Know Your Customer)

Dirty Money or Due Diligence: Balancing Privacy and Compliance in Combating Illicit Finance in a Borderless Economy

Weak compliance systems, inconsistent KYC standards, and limited digital identity frameworks expose Africa’s financial systems to risk and exclusion. Strengthening AML and KYC is critical not only for combating financial crime but also for fostering trust, security, and cross-border collaboration.

This session will explore how digital identity, data governance, and regulatory cooperation can create a trusted financial ecosystem fit for the digital age.

Cybersecurity & Data Protection

Fraud in Fintech Lending: Digital Credit and the Risk of Default and Scams

As digital lending and microcredit platforms expand across Africa, they are increasingly targeted by sophisticated fraud schemes, identity manipulation, and default risks. This panel will examine how fintechs, regulators, and financial institutions can implement robust cybersecurity measures, smarter KYC protocols, and risk management strategies to protect both lenders and borrowers. The discussion will explore practical solutions to ensure trust, financial inclusion, and sustainable growth in Africa’s rapidly evolving digital credit ecosystem.

Speakers Overview

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Organization

2025
Speakers

Muhammed Sani Abdullahi
Deputy Governor Economic Policy Directorate CBN
Dr. Vincent Olatunji
National Commissioner/CEO Nigeria Data Protection Commission
Uche UZOEBO
Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer Shared Agent Network Expansion Facilities Limited (SANEF).
Musa Itopa JIMOH
Director, Payments System Policy Department CBN
Xolisile Khanyile
Chair, Africa Chapter of the Global Coalition Director, Langelihle Consultants
Nurudeen Abubakar Zauro PhD, FCCA, FICA ACA
Technical Adviser to the President on Economic and Financial inclusion in the Office of the Vice President.
Richy Emah
Regional Business Development Director for North and West Africa SUMSUB
Ajibade Laolu-Adewale
Chief Partnership & Ecosystems Officer Wema Bank
Adamma Isamade
Head Legal Unit Nigeria Data Protection Commission
Tom Schoon
Strategic Partnerships Manager African Region SUMSUB
Dr. Shlomit Wagman
Chief Regulatory Officer, Fintech Rapyd Senior Fellow, Harvard University.
Lt Col Keron Burrell
Executive Director (FSC), Jamaica Financial Services Commission (FSC)

Sponsorship &
Exhibition Opportunities

Whether you are seeking market access, brand visibility, investment opportunities, or policy influence, the Conference & Exhibition delivers a global stage for your organization to make lasting impact.

Our high-impact sponsorship tiers offer strategic speaking slots, private meeting rooms for government engagements, and premium brand placement. Secure your sponsorship or exhibition space immediately to lock in our exclusive Early Bird Offers.

For further information about Exhibition and Sponsorship opportunities, please contact us via email or phone on info@regtechafrica.com or +234-8034225060.

Early confirmation offers exclusive advantages, including:

Infrastructure & Interoperability

Access to curated B2B and B2G networking sessions

Enhanced brand visibility across pre-event campaigns

Priority speaking opportunities

Premium booth and exhibition placements

Past Partners &
Sponsors

Sponsor
Categories

Platinum - Intelligence

$99/month
  • Exhibition Booth
  • Commercial Presentation during the Event
  • Box Banner Display in the Conference Hall
  • Branding of Networking areas
  • Advert Placement Size in the Event Brochure
  • Logo Placement on the event brochure and official Website (with backlink)
  • 3 Sponsor’s Delegates Pass to the Conference
  • 3 No of Sponsor’s Visitors Pass to the Conference (Opportunity to invite Clients and Business Partners)
  • Speaking opportunities (Keynote, Moderator, Panel discussant)
  • Post conference press release
  • 3 Social media posts
  • Corporate video played during breaks and networking sessions.
  • Opportunity for Award presentation
  • Opportunity for Case-study presentation
  • Unit lanyard Branding

Testimonials

We are proud to have partnered as a sponsor. Looking forward to continued partnership in future events.

Branka Mracajac

CEO 9Payment Service Bank

“An amazing networking platform for C-level executives and  policy makers.

Lorien Gamaroff

CEO, Centbee

Had a really positive experience. The attendees were of a good quality. Would definitely do it again

Azam Razzaq

Asst Director KYC, Moody's Analytics

Had a really positive experience. The attendees were of a good quality. Would definitely do it again

Nolwazi Hlophe

Senior Fintech Specialist // (FSCA) South Africa

Great organization with amazing speakers and excellent panel discussions. Really enjoyed the interesting product demos and showcases. Well done RegTech Africa.  

Mrs. Chizor Malize

(Chief Executive Officer, FITC)

A very well-organised event with great potential to enhance capacity and bridge the knowledge gap in regulatory technology across Africa.

Freda Bruce-Bennett

Deputy Director, Nigerian Communications Commission

The conference provided lots of insights for key industry stakeholders to share knowledge on common trends across Africa. Looking forward to the next.

Aisha Isa-Olatinwo

Deputy Director, Central Bank of Nigeria

Super excited to have attended the RegTech Africa Conference. Massive well done Team RegTech Africa for creating this space for regulatory innovation in Africa.

Sarah Sinclair

Co-Founder, Change Gap

Met with a lot of people who were willing to share their operational challenges and are open about what solutions they might consider to help manage their pain points. We would definitely do it again.

Jenny Radziwolek

CEO, Regxelerator

pricing
plans

one day pass

$ 399
  • Entrance
  • Free Lunch & Snacks
  • Custom Badge
  • One Workshop

full pass

$ 599
  • Entrance
  • Free Lunch & Snacks
  • Posters Session
  • Talk to the Editors Session

one day pass

$ 799
  • Comfortable Seat
  • Access To Artists Meeting
  • Custom Badge
  • Certificate
Event location and how you can get here

the
venue

Conference Center

State House Conference Centre, Abuja – Nigeria

Reception info

Booking:+234-8034225060

Email: info@regtechafrica.com