Breaking Banks Africa

The African Edition of Breaking Banks dives into the vibrant world of African fintech and entrepreneurship, showcasing the continent’s groundbreaking innovations and transformative stories. With a spotlight on the challenges, untapped opportunities and triumphs of African entrepreneurs, it’s a journey through the heart of Africa’s economic evolution, hosted by some of the most inspiring voices in the space. Produced in cooperation with Timepledge.org.

Episode 3: Breaking Banks Africa: Brand, Storytelling & Growth: Fintech Through a Marketing Lens (March 2025)

In this third episode, we welcome Nadine Zoro as she makes her debut as a podcast host, co-hosted by Matteo Rizzi. Our guest, Divine Muragijimana, brings her expertise in brand storytelling, product marketing, and fintech growth to the conversation. She shares insights on how strategic branding empowers African entrepreneurs, the intersection of media and fintech…

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Episode 2: Inclusive Fintech Forum – Exclusive Take Over (March 2025)

In this episode of Breaking Banks Africa, host Matteo Rizzi engages in an insightful conversation with key figures from the fintech and financial inclusion landscape in Africa. Guests include Thelma Quaye, Director of Digital Infrastructure, Skills, and Empowerment at SmartAfrica; Kosta Peric, Deputy Director of Inclusive Financial Systems at the Gates Foundation; Leila Rwagasana, FinTech Secretariat…

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Episode 1: Modernizing Central Banking: A Vision for Financial Inclusion (February 2025)

In the first episode of Breaking Banks Africa, we explore the transformative impact of digital assets and CBDCs (Central Bank Digital Currencies) on financial inclusion and regulatory frameworks across Africa. Our guest Carmelle Cadet – CEO & Founder of EMTech, shares insights into the role of regulators in adapting to innovation, using tools like the sandbox…

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Episode 0: Welcome to Breaking Banks Africa

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