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| Ms. Cynthia Ponera, Chairperson of TAFINA, speaks at the launch of the East Africa Investment Forum held in Dar es Salaam. |
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — 26 March 2026 — The East Africa Investment Forum (EAIF) 2026 is underway in Dar es Salaam, bringing together investors, policymakers, regulators, and fintech innovators from across East Africa and beyond.
Hosted by the Tanzania Fintech Association (TAFINA), the two-day forum is being held at the Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro under the theme “Fintech Forward: Innovation & Inclusion.” The event serves as a strategic platform to deepen dialogue, unlock partnerships, and catalyze investment in the region’s fast-evolving digital financial ecosystem.
Kennedy Komba, Director of Financial Deepening and Inclusion at Bank of Tanzania, shares valuable insights on advancing financial inclusion and expanding access through digital solutions.Strengthening the Fintech Ecosystem
EAIF 2026 is supported by Vodacom Tanzania through its M-Pesa platform as the Exclusive Platinum Sponsor, underscoring a shared commitment to expanding access to digital financial services. The company’s participation highlights practical experience in scaling mobile financial solutions, while contributing to critical conversations around interoperability, regulatory alignment, and inclusive innovation.
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| Ms. Zuweina Farah, External Affairs and Vodacom Foundation Director, speaks at the launch of the East Africa Investment Forum held in Dar es Salaam. |
The forum is structured to drive meaningful outcomes through keynote addresses, panel discussions, and curated investor matchmaking sessions. Core thematic areas include digital financial inclusion, cross-border interoperability, fintech regulation, investment readiness, and the role of emerging technologies in shaping the future of finance.
Policy, Innovation, and Investment Alignment
The forum was officially inaugurated by Kennedy Komba, Director of Financial Deepening and Inclusion at the Bank of Tanzania, who emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts in advancing inclusive financial systems.
“Advancing financial inclusion requires a coordinated approach that brings together policy, innovation, and investment. Platforms such as EAIF are important in fostering dialogue and collaboration across stakeholders, while supporting the development of a regulatory environment that enables responsible innovation and expands access to financial services for all,” he said.
Echoing this sentiment, Shadrack Kamenya, Secretary General of TAFINA, noted that the forum plays a critical role in aligning stakeholders around a shared vision for East Africa’s digital financial future.
“EAIF 2026 provides a platform to align stakeholders around a shared vision for the region’s digital financial future. By bringing together investors, policymakers, and innovators, we are supporting the development of a more inclusive, resilient, and investment-ready fintech ecosystem,” he said.
Driving Regional Digital Transformation
EAIF 2026 aligns closely with national and regional priorities to accelerate digital transformation and financial inclusion. The forum reflects a growing convergence between public and private sector stakeholders, where policy, innovation, and investment are increasingly evolving in tandem.
Over the two-day engagement, participants are expected to forge partnerships and advance scalable fintech solutions aimed at expanding access to financial services—particularly for underserved populations across East Africa.
About EAIF 2026
The East Africa Investment Forum 2026 is the flagship convening platform of the Tanzania Fintech Association (TAFINA), bringing together leaders across finance, technology, regulation, and investment to advance the region’s digital economy. The 2026 edition is taking place from 26–27 March at the Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro.
About TAFINA
The Tanzania Fintech Association (TAFINA) is Tanzania’s fintech industry association, committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and innovative financial ecosystem through advocacy, collaboration, and capacity building.
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