North Africa's 2026 Banking Summit to Drive Digital Financial Inclusion

The 27th Connected Banking Summit - North Africa, Egypt 2026 is set for 19 August 2026 in Cairo. The event will centre on the theme 'Powering Inclusive Digital Banking and Technology-Enabled Financial Infrastructure in North Africa'. The summit aims to address key challenges and opportunities in the region’s financial sector. High-level panel discussions will tackle topics like financial inclusion, digital identity, and regulatory innovation. Other sessions will focus on risk management, data intelligence, and sustainable finance.

Keynote speeches will come from central bank leaders, banking CEOs, and global experts in digital banking and cybersecurity. Technology showcases will highlight next-generation banking platforms, payment solutions, and advanced cybersecurity tools.

The event will also offer exclusive VIP networking with C-suite executives, regulators, and fintech founders. Attendees will explore strategies for modernising legacy systems, strengthening cybersecurity, and improving customer experiences in digital banking. The summit will gather senior leaders from banking, fintech, payments, telecommunications, government, and technology. It will provide practical insights, regulatory perspectives, and real-world innovations for digital transformation in the financial sector. North Africa’s rapid digital adoption and growing demand for secure financial services set the stage for these discussions.