After much anticipation, the Finance Magnates Africa Summit (FMAS:23) will be kicking off exactly two weeks from today. FMAS:23 will be held in Johannesburg, South Africa on May 8-10 at the luxurious Sandton Convention Centre, one of the most prestigious areas in the country.
Ahead of the most hyped event of the year, make sure to explore the event’s detailed agenda. This includes a wide range of sessions, panels, workshops, and much more. As a reminder, the full agenda for FMAS:23 is already live and can be accessed by the following link. One of four major verticals being covered at length during the summit is the payments space.
Indeed, the payments industry has seen a proliferation of new technology, norms, and a shift in the status quo. Nowhere is this more evident than in Africa, which has attracted some of the world’s most innovative apps and technologies.
Echoing this trend is one of the event’s most anticipated panels this May, Payments Across the Continent: E-Volution in the Making, which is taking place on May 10, 12:10-12:50 at Centre Stage.
Payments in Africa are in a phase of transition, as fintech operates atop a fragmented and, at times, outdated infrastructure. But, growing mobile adoption and expanding network create a vast potential for the sector. Join entrepreneurs and experts to understand the present and future of the African Payments landscape.
This star-studded panel for FMAS:23 will include the following speakers:
- Brad Gillis, Head: Payments Africa Regions, Standard Bank Group
- Catherine W. Muya, Head of Digital Payments, Absa Bank
- Nimrod Cohen, COO, Zotapay
- (Moderator) Andrea Badiola Mateos, CCO, Finance Magnates Group
“The African market is growing rapidly, and I think the idea of bridging the gap between Africa, and other worldwide markets, will be a real highlight of this discussion. I am also excited to talk about the wide variety of new and existing payment products that Zotapay enables for businesses across Africa,” explained Mr Cohen.
Of note, the panel will discuss noteworthy hot topics and navigate the future of payments in Africa. According to Mr Gillis, “The payments landscape across the African Continent is fragmented and complex, making market access difficult for existing and would-be entrants including likes of BigTech and eCommerce companies. Solving for payments interoperability to achieve reach and scale across traditional and often more dominant non-traditional payment methods is the conundrum that, if solved, will help unlock the continents potential. Solving it is the challenge!”
The panelists will look to answer the following questions: How does the African payments ecosystem stand apart? Are governments doing enough to improve payment for railroads? And how do financial services firms and retail investing operate in Africa?
Find out the answers to these questions and much more this May.
FMAS:23 – Something for All Attendees
The aforementioned panel is just one of many sessions available for attendees at FMAS:23. Beyond payments, the summit will be covering a total of three other industry verticals, such as the online trading space, blockchain & digital assets, and fintech. With such a diverse content track, there is truly something for all attendees!
Of course, the 2.5-day event will primarily focus on Africa, covering the most burning topics across these verticals, with an eye on the future. Join other industry leaders, executives, brands, and traders to discuss the future of trading on the continent, fintech opportunities, and much more.
“I am most looking forward to the opportunity to engage, learn and solution with the world of innovation through the fintech, online and payments community,” stated Mr Gillis.
FMAS:23 will also be hosting some of the biggest-name speakers and influencers in the industry. Rub shoulders and engage with some of the best talent and knowledge anywhere in the world, all in one place. This is your chance to learn from the best and gain a competitive edge.
“FMAS will be our first big networking event in Africa! I am particularly looking forward to establishing Zotapay's presence in the region, promoting our solutions for local businesses, and showcasing our belief in Africa as an emerging market with true potential,” reiterated Mr Cohen.
The marquee event of the Spring is expected to draw upwards of 3000+ attendees, 70+ exhibitors, 100+ brokers, and 50+ speakers. Each of these individuals and entities is available to discuss, engage, and network with during the duration of FMAS:23.
Don’t miss this unforgettable opportunity this May.
