North Africa, comprising Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, and Western Sahara, is rapidly emerging as a hotspot for fintech innovation. The region is witnessing the rise of a dynamic fintech ecosystem, where startups are leveraging technology and innovative business models to improve access to financial services and transform key sectors including banking, payments, investment and lending.
Several of these companies have become regional leaders, attracting large customer bases and significant investor attention. Among them, MNT-Halan stands out as one of the continent’s fintech unicorns and one of its most valuable fintech firms.
Founded in 2018, MNT-Halan is a leading fintech platform from Egypt providing a range of products and services, including business and consumer loans, pre-paid cards, e-wallets, savings and e-commerce services, through the Halan app and nationwide physical presence. The company claims it has served more than 8 million customers globally, and has disbursed over US$11 billion in loans.
Another prominent fintech player from North Africa is Yassir, a super-app from Algeria serving more than 8 million users from the region. The platform combines ride-hailing, food and grocery delivery, and financial services, such as digital payments, savings, and lending, into a single mobile application.
With a valuation between US$600 million and US$800 million, Yassir is one of the region’s fintech soonicorn, firmly on a trajectory toward unicorn startup.
North Africa’s burgeoning fintech ecosystem is being driven by a dynamic funding landscape. In 2024, North Africa accounted for 35% of total regional fintech funding, marking a remarkable year-over-year (YoY) increase of 31 points from just 4% in 2023, according to a 2025 report by FutureMatters and the Global Finance and Technology Network (GFTN). This surge underscores the region’s rapidly growing attractiveness to investors and its emergence as a critical hub for innovation.
This landscape has made North Africa a premier destination for fintech events, attracting global industry leaders to explore opportunities and tackle emerging challenges.
Among the conferences scheduled for the months to come in North Africa, the following 14 are standing as the most significant gatherings in the first quarter of 2026. These event are expected to bring together top decision-makers, regulators, and innovators to shape the future of the sector and collaborate, making them must-attend fintech gatherings for industry professionals and stakeholders alike.
Top 10 Fintech Events in North Africa to Attend in 2026
Smart Invest Summit
January 28-29, 2026
Palais des Congres, Tunis, Tunisia
The Smart Invest Summit, taking place on January 28 and 29, 2026, in Tunis, Tunisia, aims to act as a strategic gathering dedicated to investment and innovation in Africa. Over two days, investors, startups, policymakers and institutions will come together to shape the smart economy of tomorrow.
The event will feature more than 30 speakers, an exhibition showcasing over 50 innovative companies and startups, over 500 dedicated business-to-business (B2B) meetings connecting investors and entrepreneurs, and a high-impact pitch session for promising startups. More than 3,000 visitors are expected to attend.
A highlight of the 2026 edition will be the exclusive launch of the Africa 2050 initiative, which will outline a long-term roadmap for sustainable development and economic transformation across the continent.
The agenda will include a comprehensive overview of the sectors shaping Africa’s growth. The summit will highlight fintech and financial services, industry and manufacturing, tourism and hospitality, logistics and transport, smart real estate and the circular economy, sectors that together define an innovative, connected and forward-looking Africa.
AI Everything Middle East and Africa – Egypt
February 11-12, 2026
Cairo, Egypt
AI Everything Middle East and Africa – Egypt, taking place on February 11 and 12, 2026 in Cairo, will bring together a large-scale global ecosystem of more than 200 enterprises, 400 startups, 100 investors and participants from over 60 countries to explore the future of artificial intelligence (AI), emerging technologies, and their transformative impact across industries.
The event will open with a high-level summit and unfold into a two-day immersive exhibition designed to accelerate collaborative AI research and development (R&D), industrial applications, startup growth, global investment flows and digital skills development. Major technology companies, including Atos, Cyshield, HPE and IBM, will take part.
The event will spotlight AI use cases and frontier technologies across priority sectors aligned with Egypt’s national AI agenda and sector leadership unique to the country, including fintech, outsourcing and shared services, semiconductor design, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, manufacturing, digital health, energy, education, and digital public services.
More than 200 venture capitalists (VCs) will explore investment opportunities in Egyptian and regional startups. Furthermore, one of the region’s largest youth-tech academy will be launched, channeling fresh engineering talent into pilot projects and mentorship programs.
Organized by GITEX GLOBAL, the world’s largest technology, AI and startup event network, AI Everything Middle East and Africa – Egypt will be hosted by Egypt’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) in strategic partnership with the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA).
International Conference on Innovative and Intelligent Information Technologies 2026
March 26-28, 2026
Hammamet, Tunisia
The International Conference on Innovative and Intelligent Information Technologies 2026 (IC3IT’ 26), taking place from March 26 to 28, 2026, in Hammamet, Tunisia, aims to provide a platform for researchers, practitioners, and industry experts to exchange ideas, present their latest findings, and discuss challenges and opportunities in the rapidly evolving field of innovative and intelligent information technologies.
The event will bring together international experts and academics to explore advances in technology and innovation, and cover a wide range of topics, including distributed computing, blockchain and cryptocurrency, AI and machine learning (ML), data science and big data, the Internet of Things (IoT), cybersecurity, cloud computing, human-computer interaction, and emerging technologies.
The conference will feature keynotes presentations from leading scholars, including:
- Pr. Boualem Benatallah, Dublin City University, Ireland;
- Dr. Fawzi BenMessaoud, Indiana University Indianapolis, USA;
- Pr. Sadek ben Yahia, University of Southern Denmark;
- Maria Di Mascolo, French National Center for Scientific Research, France;
- Pr. Mohand Tahar Kechadi, University College Dublin, Ireland;
- Prof. Olfa Kanoun, Chemnitz University of Technology, Germany;
- Pr. Shaukat Ali, Research Professor, Simula Research Laboratory in Oslo, Norway; and
- Pr. Zahir Tari, School of Computing Technologies, Australia.
GITEX Africa Morocco 2026
April 07-09, 2026
Marrakech, Morocco
GITEX Africa Morocco 2026, taking place in Marrakesh from April 07 to 09, 2026, will bring together global tech leaders, governments, innovators, startups, and investors to shape the continent’s digital future. The summit aims to serve as a catalyst for Africa’s transformative growth, highlighting the technology driving economic progress across the region.
GITEX Africa Morocco 2026 is expected to bring together over 55,000 attendees, 1,500 global exhibitors and startups, 700 world-class speakers, and participants from 145 African and international countries. More than 390 active investors, managing over $350 billion in assets, will engage with startups and emerging ventures.
The event will feature dedicated showcases across high-growth sectors, including data centers, fintech and the future of finance, future mobility, and sports technology. It will also serve as a startup and investor connector, providing a platform to pitch startups, secure funding, and gain global market exposure.
GITEX Africa Morocco 2026 will host a comprehensive Investor and Matchmaking Program, offering one-on-one meetings, sector-aligned deal flow, and curated introductions. Startups can access mentorship and advisory opportunities through the GITEX Africa Scale-Up Program, while the Talent Academy empowers innovators with technical and business skills. Meanwhile, the Diaspora Program will connect Africa’s 170 million-strong diaspora to its US$200 billion digital economy through networking and mentorship.
Participants will also get to engage in certified training and workshops across transformative tech skills, including generative AI, data science, blockchain development, and more with over 20 live-action masterclasses.
ICT Africa Summit 2026
April 21-23, 2026
Palais des Expositions, Pins Maritimes, Algiers, Algeria
ICT Africa Summit 2026, taking place from April 21 to 23, 2026 at the Palais des Expositions, Pins Maritimes, will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from across the continent to explore the latest digital innovations, establish strategic partnerships, and position projects at the center of Africa’s rapidly growing tech ecosystem.
The event will feature over 100 visionary startups and host participants from more than 12 countries. It is expected to attract over 8,000 visitors, including information and communications technology (ICT) sector leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts. Exhibitors will gain maximum visibility by presenting solutions to key African digital decision-makers, while B2B meetings foster meaningful strategic partnerships.
ICT Africa Summit 2026 will also offer a premium networking environment, connecting attendees with industry innovators, thought leaders, and investors, making it a must-attend event for anyone engaged in Africa’s technology sector.
Fintech Meets Capital
April 26-28, 2026
Hilton Cairo Grand Nile, Egypt
Fintech Meets Capital 2026, taking place from April 26 to 28, 2026, aims to serve as a premier financial technology event in Egypt, bringing together fintech founders, investors, regulators, and industry leaders from over 50 countries to network, learn, and ink deals across the rapidly evolving fintech landscape.
Key highlights will include keynote sessions featuring central bank governors, fintech founders, and investment leaders, as well as curated startup pitch sessions where fintech innovators present their solutions to investors and compete for funding.
An AI-powered matchmaking platform will connect participants with the most relevant partners for targeted business meetings, fostering strategic partnerships and investment opportunities.
The event expects over 1,200 attendees and more than 80 speakers, and more than 100 investors will participate in three days of intensive deal-making and collaboration.
iTrading Expo Morocco
June 04-05, 2026
Hyatt Regency Casablanca, Morocco
iTrading Expo Morocco, taking place on June 04 and 05, 2026 in Casablanca, will bring together exchanges, banks, brokers, traders, investors, and technology providers onto a for innovation, connections, and business growth within the global trading ecosystem.
The program will include over ten hours of seminars, keynote talks, interactive Q&A sessions, and panel discussions across multiple stages. Attendees will gain insights from industry leaders shaping the future of trading, finance, and fintech, and dedicated networking lounges, private meetings, and dynamic social events, including an exclusive evening networking party, will enhance opportunities for collaboration.
Participants will get to connect with top exhibitors across retail and institutional brokerage, fintech, payments, banking, liquidity provision, technology, digital assets, blockchain, and financial services. The expo will facilitate strategic partnerships, early client engagement, and insights into market trends, covering the full spectrum of trading instruments.
Seamless North Africa 2026
July 20-21, 2026
Egypt International Exhibition Center, New Cairo, Egypt
Seamless North Africa 2026, taking place on July 20 and 21, 2026 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center in New Cairo, aims to provide a leading platform for innovation, collaboration, and transformation across banking, payments, and fintech in the region. The event will bring together over 5,000 attendees, 250 exhibitors, and more than 200 expert speakers, creating a dynamic environment for networking, knowledge sharing, and business development.
Seamless North Africa 2026 will offer a comprehensive view of the trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of financial services in the region. Participants will gain insights from visionary leaders, explore the latest innovations, and engage in high-impact networking opportunities.
The event will feature keynotes, panel discussions, and demonstrations covering fintech, digital banking, digital currencies, e-commerce, contemporary marketing strategies, and other emerging domains in the financial ecosystem. Exhibitors will showcase cutting-edge products and services, enabling attendees to discover innovative solutions and form strategic partnerships.
GTR North Africa 2026 Cairo
October 13-14, 2026
Dusit Thani Lakeview Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
GTR North Africa 2026 Cairo, taking place on October 13 and 14, 2026, at Dusit Thani Lakeview Cairo, will expand on the success of Global Trade Review (GTR) Egypt to extend the focus of the event to the wider North African market.
Building on GTR’s commitment to providing insights, highlighting innovation and fostering collaboration within Egyptian trade and export finance, this new event will highlight the tremendous trade opportunities to be found across markets such as Morocco, Tunisia and Libya.
With expert-led discussions, thought-provoking panels and invaluable networking across the trade finance ecosystem, the event will explore the latest developments, challenges and opportunities shaping the North African market. It will feature over 30 expert speakers delivering insights on topics such as trade finance, supply chain innovation, SME development, sustainable transactions, and digital trade platforms.
Attendees will get to engage with more than 25 exhibitors showcasing leading products and services. Meanwhile, networking sessions will provide over three hours to connect with key stakeholders.
Morocco Digital Summit 2026
November 17-18, 2026
Royal Nautique Club Bouregreg Rabat-Salé, Rabat, Morocco
Morocco Digital Summit 2026, taking place on November 17 and 18, 2026, at Royal Nautique Club Bouregreg Rabat-Salé in Rabat, aims to bring together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to exchange ideas and discuss the potential of fintech and AI in the Moroccan economy, and how these technologies can help the country be more competitive in the global market.
The discussion will focus on the regulatory framework, the adoption of fintech in the Moroccan banking industry, the challenges and opportunities for AI and fintech in Morocco, and the future prospects of these technologies in the Moroccan financial and digital sector.
The two-day program will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive sessions designed to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration. Attendees will have opportunities to engage with speakers, ask questions, and network with fellow professionals.
This article first appeared on fintechnews.ae
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