Date: 11 March 2026
Location: Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill, Nairobi, Kenya
Host: International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA)
Event Type: Conference & Awards Ceremony
The 26th Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2026 (East Africa Edition) is set to take place on 11 March 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya, marking another milestone in the region’s digital finance transformation journey. This premier summit brings together senior banking executives, fintech innovators, regulators, telecommunications leaders, investors, and technology experts to explore the future of financial services across East Africa.
Focused on the theme “Driving Digital Banking Evolution and Financial‑Technology Integration Across East Africa,” the event will address key priorities shaping the industry — from open finance and real‑time payments to digital identity, AI‑driven decision intelligence, cybersecurity, and interoperable financial infrastructure.
East Africa continues to stand out as a global leader in mobile financial innovation and digital payments adoption, with Kenya at the forefront of this transformation. The summit aims to harness this momentum by fostering collaboration, enabling commercially viable partnerships, and driving scalable innovation that supports inclusive and sustainable financial ecosystems across the region.
Attendees will benefit from a rich programme of visionary keynote addresses, high‑level panel discussions, and strategic O3O (One‑on‑One) business meetings, offering unparalleled opportunities to network, share insights, and build lasting collaborations. The agenda will also spotlight the coveted Connected Banking Innovation & Excellence Awards, recognizing institutions and leaders making measurable impact in digital finance innovation, financial inclusion, and customer experience transformation.
The summit provides a dynamic platform for professionals seeking actionable insights on emerging trends, regulatory developments, operational strategies, and technology advancements driving digital banking in East Africa. Whether you’re a C‑suite executive, fintech founder, policymaker, or technology provider, this event offers a comprehensive look at the future of finance in one of Africa’s most exciting markets.
For more information and registration: connected‑banking.com/summit/east‑africa/
