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𝗜𝗻 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆. ⁦@dx5ve⁩ #BFSIWeek linkedin.com/posts/george-n…

At this year’s #BFSIWeek Kenya at the Hyatt Regency Nairobi, Tatu City showcased how world-class urban planning and infrastructure are shaping the future of business in Kenya and beyond. As the region’s premier mixed-use development, Tatu City is more than just a location—it’s a…

"In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, collaboration is no longer just a nice-to-have—it stands as a critical competitive advantage. Francis Mwangi Group Head of IT Security & Infrastracture, Platcorp Group #BFSIWeek

Juliet Wangui Maina: The real friction isn’t just regulation—it’s regulators not talking to each other. Each African country regulates in a silo, creating massive inefficiencies for startups going regional. And too often: “The regulator’s first answer is NO.” #BFSIWeek

“You think you're building tech—but you’re actually building compliance.” Timothy advises startups: Your first hire in a new market should be a compliance advisor. Forget devs, sales, and ops—if you're not licensed, you're not live. #RegTech #AfricaFinance #BFSIWeek

Timothy Laku: "Expanding across Africa often means starting from scratch—new licenses, new KYC processes, new offices. It’s like rebuilding your startup in every country you enter." The hidden cost? Compliance. It can swallow 70% of your budget before you launch. #BFSIWeek

Now on stage at #BFSIWeek: 🔥 Fireside Chat – The Cross-Border Challenge: Innovation Meets Regulation Innovative financial products are borderless—regulations are not. This session brings together experts navigating regulatory friction, data residency, and licensing in the…

The future of BFSI in kenya hinges on collaboration across public & private players. Tech is the enabler. Trust is the currency. Infrastructure is the bridge. #BFSIWeek

From mobile money operators to fintechs to traditional banks—shared rails are making financial inclusion scalable and sustainable. Francis is showing us how it’s done. #BFSIWeek

What can Open Finance enable in the future? Better identity and verification (especially in low-data contexts) Smarter financial tools for MSMEs & farmers Agricultural financing through big data The potential is vast — if trust and standards align. #BFSIWeek

We asked the industry: What would more enablers in Kenya achieve? 🔹 Product integration 🔹 Increased competition & choice 🔹 Better control 🔹 Reduced costs The message is clear: we need collaboration, not silos. #BFSIWeek #OpenEcosystem

Open Finance in Kenya isn’t just a tech discussion — it’s a systems challenge. From the National Payment Systems Act to Digital Credit regulations, the legal frameworks exist… But how do we build something truly integrated for players & consumers? #BFSIWeek #OpenFinanceKE

The future of Kenya’s financial landscape hinges on how we handle collaboration between banks, fintechs, and regulators. This session is a call to action: build responsibly, inclusively, and boldly. #BFSIWeek #FintechFuture

Rosemary emphasizes data protection as a key enabler — not a barrier — to trust and transparency in open finance systems. It’s not just about access. It’s about responsibility. #BFSIWeek #DataProtection #RegTech

From the 2017 Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) market inquiry to the 2023–2024 collaborative efforts by: FSD Kenya Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) Association of Fintechs in Kenya (AFIK) ...Kenya’s open finance journey has been steadily building momentum. #BFSIWeek…

Open finance is more than just access to data — it's about building a connected, competitive, and inclusive financial ecosystem. Kenya stands at a turning point. #BFSIWeek #DigitalFinance

Next on stage at BFSI Week: Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu, Head of Data Protection at KCB Bank Group, dives into: "Unlocking Kenya’s Financial Future: Laying the Groundwork for Open Finance" #BFSIWeek #OpenFinance #FintechKE

Wether it's low-tech innovation or cutting-edge mobile platforms, this session highlights the tools empowering rural, low-income, and last-mile communities. #BFSIWEEK #SmartBankingAfrica

This session dives deep into how tech is bridging the financial divide — but also where key gaps still remain. 💡 Can mobile money, agent networks, and digital onboarding truly reach the most remote and underserved? #BFSIWeek #DigitalFinance

Up next on stage at #BFSIWeek: A powerful panel discussion moderated by Wambui Mbesa, CEO, Relational - East Africa. Topic: Reaching the Last Mile: How Technology Expands Access #SmartBankingAfrica #FinancialInclusion #BFSI2024

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When regulators don’t talk to each other, it’s innovation that suffers. - @njugunakg #BFSIWeek #dx5 #PolicyAndTech

“Open Banking is no longer a buzzword, it’s a blueprint.” Allan Odera is showing us how APIs are shifting banks from service providers to ecosystem players. New revenue streams. Co-created products. Infinite possibilities. #BFSIWeek #CIOAfrica @EnvisionGlobal

What is #BFSIWeek? BFSI Week is a high-impact event hosted by CIO Africa by dx5, happening on August 6–7, 2025, at Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands. It brings together over 600+ decision-makers, 70+ world-class speakers, and cutting-edge brands to power Africa’s financial…

Legacy systems in African banking are like fine wine—aging quietly, but no one dares to open them. Why? Because once top talent leaves, so does the knowledge. That’s technical debt, and it’s costing us agility, compliance, and innovation. #BFSIWeek #BankingTransformation

Innovation isn't about throwing out the old—it's progressive modernization. Like the Strangler Fig, new systems grow around legacy cores, take over their roles, and eventually replace them completely. No rip-and-replace—just evolve and overtake. #BFSIWeek #TechStrategy

At this year’s #BFSIWeek Kenya at the Hyatt Regency Nairobi, Tatu City showcased how world-class urban planning and infrastructure are shaping the future of business in Kenya and beyond. As the region’s premier mixed-use development, Tatu City is more than just a location—it’s a…

We’re thrilled to welcome Eastra Solutions Ltd Solutions on board as an official sponsor for the #BFSIWeek! Eastra is a leading Managed Services provider and enterprise tech firm delivering top-tier IT Operations and Services. As SolarWinds' Premier Partner in the region, Eastra…

Up next on stage at #BFSIWeek: A powerful panel discussion moderated by Wambui Mbesa, CEO, Relational - East Africa. Topic: Reaching the Last Mile: How Technology Expands Access #SmartBankingAfrica #FinancialInclusion #BFSI2024

"In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, collaboration is no longer just a nice-to-have—it stands as a critical competitive advantage. Francis Mwangi Group Head of IT Security & Infrastracture, Platcorp Group #BFSIWeek

Next on stage at BFSI Week: Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu, Head of Data Protection at KCB Bank Group, dives into: "Unlocking Kenya’s Financial Future: Laying the Groundwork for Open Finance" #BFSIWeek #OpenFinance #FintechKE

Now on stage at #BFSIWeek: 🔥 Fireside Chat – The Cross-Border Challenge: Innovation Meets Regulation Innovative financial products are borderless—regulations are not. This session brings together experts navigating regulatory friction, data residency, and licensing in the…