Taking place on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, alongside the Kenya International Investment Conference (KIICO), this convening anchors the conversation on financial inclusion at the intersection of long-term capital, policy, and financial infrastructure. KIICO brings together more than 700 investors from over 30 countries to Nairobi, creating a timely platform for global investors, policymakers, and financial system leaders to explore how coordinated public–private action can address the access and affordability gaps highlighted in the Global Findex data and strengthen inclusive growth across East Africa and other emerging markets.

Across the region, digital finance has transformed how people save, spend, and transact, yet access to formal financial tools remains uneven. The 2025 Global Findex data underscores persistent disparities in account usage, credit access, and digital affordability, particularly for women, small businesses, rural communities, and lower-income populations.

As the fourth and final stop of Semafor’s Next 3 Billion on Tour, this convening brings together institutional investors, policymakers, foundations, and financial infrastructure leaders to examine how East Africa can move from experimentation to scale. The discussion will focus on where aligned action across capital, regulation, and digital financial infrastructure can most effectively accelerate financial inclusion and position the region as a credible destination for long-term investment.
 

When

Doors Open & Networking: 3:00 p.m.  EAT
Programming & Reception: 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. EAT

Where