Ecobank Fintech Challenge: Meet the Top 12 Finalists Shaping Africa's Digital Future.

2024-08-16 14:09:14 | By Staff Writer


Excitement is building in the fintech world as Ecobank, the pan-African banking powerhouse, has unveiled the top finalists for the 2024 Ecobank Fintech Challenge.


After sifting through an impressive 1,550 applications from 70 countries, the bank has handpicked 12 standout startups that are set to compete for a whopping $50,000 grand prize at the highly anticipated Grand Finale in Lomé, Togo, on September 27, 2024.


The competition, now in its seventh year, has become a premier platform for fintech innovation across the continent. This year’s finalists were chosen from a group of 40 promising fintechs that made it to the semi-finals in Lagos, Nigeria. Each of these finalists has showcased exceptional talent and innovation, presenting solutions that have the potential to transform Africa’s financial landscape.


Here are the brilliant finalists:

  1. BuuPass (Kenya): Innovating in the transport sector with seamless ticketing solutions.
  2. Daba Finance (Ivory Coast): Aiming to revolutionize financial services with cutting-edge solutions.
  3. EasyEquities (South Africa): Making investment accessible to everyone.
  4. Exuus (Rwanda): Enhancing financial inclusion with savings and credit solutions.
  5. Melanin Kapital Neobank (Kenya): Empowering underserved communities with digital banking.
  6. MiaPay (Togo): Simplifying mobile payments in Francophone Africa.
  7. PaySika (Cameroon): Delivering financial services for the unbanked.
  8. PROBOUTIK (Senegal): Bringing e-commerce to new heights in West Africa.
  9. Sawport Video Banking as a Virtual Branch (Nigeria): Redefining banking with video technology.
  10. Sproutly (Nigeria): Offering digital financial solutions for SMEs.
  11. Vaultpay (Democratic Republic of the Congo): Fostering secure payments in Central Africa.
  12. YMO Africa (Guinea): Innovating digital financial services for Francophone Africa.


These finalists are not just competing for a prize; they’re showcasing the future of fintech in Africa. With the support of Ecobank and a global audience watching live, these startups are set to leave a mark on the continent's digital landscape.


Mark your calendars and stay tuned for the Grand Finale—it’s going to be a game-changer!


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