Rwanda Fintech stakeholders engage telecom operators to enhance digital financial ecosystem

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye

The Rwanda ICT Chamber and the Rwanda FinTech Association have convened a strategic meeting with telecom operators to enhance collaboration aimed at advancing the country’s fintech ecosystem.

The engagement brought together industry stakeholders to explore ways of strengthening partnerships between fintech players and telecommunications providers, both of which are seen as critical to expanding digital financial services and driving financial inclusion.

Key discussions focused on improving the operating environment for fintech services, with particular attention to USSD and SMS channels, as well as broader issues of service accessibility, transparency and sustainability. Stakeholders emphasized the importance of developing frameworks that support innovation while ensuring mutual value for all parties involved.

Telecom operators including MTN and Airtel participated in the dialogue alongside other industry players, highlighting the central role of connectivity providers in enabling fintech growth.

Participants reaffirmed their commitment to continued dialogue and coordinated action to build a more inclusive and resilient digital economy in Rwanda.