Fintech Group at Zimbabwe Digital Week 2025: Shaping the Future of Digital Banking and Payments

Zimbabwe Digital Week 2025 brought together industry leaders, innovators, and technology experts to shape and reimagine the country’s digital economy. As a key participant, Fintech Group played a central role in thought leadership and engagement around the future of financial services in Zimbabwe and the broader African market.

Key Highlights of Fintech Group’s Participation:

Featured Presentation:

“The Future of Digital Banking and Payments in Africa”

Presented by: Hassan Issa, Head of Business Development, Fintech Group Hassan’s session delivered valuable insights into Africa’s rapidly evolving fintech space, with a focus on:

  • Seamless cross-border transactions and interoperability in African payment ecosystems.
  • The rise of mobile-first banking and the role of super apps.
  • Regulatory trends shaping innovation and compliance in digital finance.
  • The importance of strategic partnerships for financial inclusion across underserved markets.

Panel Discussion:

Pioneering Zimbabwe’s Fintech and Banking Future

Fintech Group was a key voice in this high-level panel that explored:

  • Innovations transforming Zimbabwe’s banking sector.
  • Bridging the gap between traditional banks and digital-native financial services.
  • Opportunities for fintech’s to drive economic resilience in Zimbabwe.
  • Supporting SMEs and youth entrepreneurship through accessible fintech solutions.

Insight Session:

Zimbabwe Digital Payments Landscape Outlook – 2025 and Beyond. This session provided a forward-looking analysis of the national digital payments ecosystem:

  • Growth in mobile and digital wallet usage across urban and rural areas.
  • Challenges and opportunities in building a cashless economy.
  • Government policies, infrastructure needs, and public-private collaborations.
  • ·The role of digital identity and open banking in advancing payment systems.

Key Fintech Group Representatives in Attendance:

· Barry Ryan – CEO, Fintech Group Provided strategic vision on Fintech Group’s expansion and commitment to digital transformation in Southern Africa.

· Hassan Issa – Head of Business Development, Fintech Group. Led discussions and delivered the keynote presentation on the future of digital banking and payments.

· Kundai Charamba – Business Development Manager, Fintech Group Zimbabwe Spearheaded the participation of the entire Zimbabwe-based Business Team, showcasing local capabilities and client engagement.

Fintech Group’s Commitment:

Our participation in Zimbabwe Digital Week 2025 reaffirmed our commitment to supporting the country’s digital financial transformation. With active operations and a growing presence in Zimbabwe, Fintech Group continues to:

  • Deliver agile digital solutions tailored to local and regional market needs.
  • Empower banks, microfinance institutions, and payment service providers through next-gen platforms.
  • Collaborate with regulators and stakeholders to build a secure and inclusive financial ecosystem.