MTN Group Fintech Summit promotes digital inclusion and access across Africa

The MTN Group Fintech Summit, currently underway in South Africa under the theme “Take Off,” has brought together industry leaders to discuss the future of digital finance on the continent. In a key panel discussion titled “Leading Through Disruption: The CEO Perspective on Regulation, Innovation, and Financial Inclusion,” CEOs from MTN’s MoMo fintech platforms across Africa emphasized the urgent need for inclusive, accessible, and transparent financial services.

Shaibu Haruna, CEO of MoMo from MTN Ghana, highlighted the importance of building digital financial systems that are accessible to all customers, regardless of the device they use. His call for universal digital inclusion underscored MTN’s commitment to breaking down barriers to financial access and ensuring that convenience and affordability drive the adoption of digital finance.

The discussion also featured insights from Richard Yego (CEO, MTN MoMo Uganda), Alain Claude Nono (CEO, MTN MoMo Cameroon), and Kagiso Mothibi (CEO, MTN MoMo South Africa). Panelists stressed the role of data intelligence in democratizing access to credit, enabling providers to better assess risk, offer affordable services, and extend financial opportunities to underserved communities across Africa.

The summit continues to serve as a platform for forging strategies that align innovation with regulation, ensuring that Africa’s digital financial ecosystem grows inclusively and sustainably.

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye