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EAIF DAY 1
September 12 @ 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
| TIME | SESSION/ACTIVITY | ROOM |
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | GUEST ARRIVAL & REGISTRATION
AND BREAKFAST |
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| 9:00 AM -9:30 AM | WELCOMING NOTE AND INTRODUCTION | (MAIN ROOM KIVUKONI 1-2) |
| 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | OPENING REMARK | (MAIN ROOM KIVUKONI 1-2) |
| 10:30 AM -11:00 AM | PANEL DISCUSSION:
East Africa Investment Opportunities and Funding Trends: Highlighting promising fintech startups, showcasing investment prospects, and analyzing trends shaping East African fintech investments. Investment Trends in East African Fintech: Examine current investment trends, funding opportunities, and potential challenges for investors in the East African fintech space. |
(MAIN ROOM KIVUKONI 1-2) |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Speed Date: Fintech’s & Investors | (KIVUKONI 3) |
| Lunch Break | ||
| 1:00 PM -2:00 PM | TOPIC: Collaboration for Innovation and Impact.
Partnerships brought us a lot of success seen via MasterPass,Songesha, Fuliza, Mkoba, Mkopa, KopaGas and Mpawa. What are other areas we can practically find a bigger impact in terms of inclusion, revenues and employment? |
(MAIN ROOM KIVUKONI 1-2) |
| 1:00 PM -2:00 PM | TOPIC: Using innovation and collaboration to turn the tide on Fraud and Scams. How can we protect the most vulnerable, promote financial inclusion and build trust? | (KIVUKONI 3) |
| 2:00 PM -3:00 PM | TOPIC: Doubling Down: Strategies to Consistently Attract More VC Funding for Startups
“What are the most effective strategies for startups to consistently attract more venture capital funding, both in debt and equity, and double their funding values within the next two years?” Explore how startups can align with investor expectations, manage finances effectively, leverage data and technology, create compelling pitches, build strategic relationships, stand out in the market, and navigate government policies. |
(MAIN ROOM KIVUKONI 1-2) |
| 2:00 PM -3:00 PM | TOPIC: Empowering SMEs through Fintech: Pathways to Growth and Sustainability | (KIVUKONI 3) |
| Evening Tea | ||
| 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Remarks and summing up the day | (MAIN ROOM KIVUKONI 1-2) |
| Networking & Cocktail hosted by UNCDF | ||