41st Edition

BFSI IT Summit

Recalibrating Kenya’s Financial Edge

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  • 11th November 2026
  • 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Nairobi
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41st Edition

BFSI INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT

Recalibrating Kenya’s Financial Edge

Kenya
  • 11th November 2026
  • 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Nairobi
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About BFSI Innovation & Technology Summit

The 41st Edition BFSI Innovation & Technology Summit is an invitation-only in-person event for BFSI technology and innovation leaders. Under the theme “Recalibrating Kenya’s Financial Edge” the BFSI Innovation & Technology Summit, Kenya will bring together Kenya’s 200+ CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, heads of digital transformation, IT infrastructure, cyber security, information and communication technologies, and other IT Experts from the Banking and Financial Service industry. The summit will emphasize on examining the policies and tactics used to cultivate a diverse and efficient financial sector, with conversations revolving around topics such as digital banking, financial inclusivity, electronic payments, and safeguarding data privacy.

What Sets Us Apart?

An exclusive platform designed to connect Kenya’s BFSI leaders and accelerate industry innovation.

Strategic Learning
Gain insights into trends transforming BFSI, including digital banking, AI, cybersecurity, compliance, customer experience, cloud, analytics, and payments. Learn through expert keynotes, executive panels, and real-world case studies shaping the future of banking, financial services, and insurance.
Invitation-Only Access
Connect with 200+ CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, and innovation leaders from Kenya's top banking and financial institutions. Network with decision-makers shaping the future of financial technology.
Meaningful Connections
Connect with senior banking, insurance, financial services, and fintech leaders driving innovation across the BFSI ecosystem. Build partnerships, exchange insights, and explore collaboration opportunities through curated networking sessions, executive discussions, and high-level peer interactions.
BFSI 100
The BFSI IT Summit proudly presents the BFSI 100—Kenya’s most influential tech leaders in banking, financial services, and insurance. Curated through nominations, applications, research, and interviews, this definitive list offers a credible view of the visionaries shaping the industry’s future.
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Featured Discussions

The Future of BFSI in Kenya: How Technology is Shaping Financial Services and Driving Inclusion

  • Introduction to the evolving landscape of BFSI in Kenya.
  • The role of technology in providing access to financial services for underserved populations.
  • How mobile BFSI, digital wallets, and e-BFSI are increasing accessibility.
  • The impact of improved internet connectivity and smartphone penetration on financial inclusion.
  • Looking ahead: The future of BFSI as we move towards a cashless society.

Byte by Byte: Building a Future-Ready Workforce in BFSI

  • Align BFSI talent strategies with digital and compliance goals to foster innovation, agility, and secure integration of financial technologies.
  • Design accessible digital and financial skills programs targeting marginalised and rural populations to drive financial inclusion.
  • Develop industry-aligned reskilling initiatives to meet evolving BFSI, regulatory, and digital economy demands.
  • Address employee resistance by engaging in transparent communication, emphasising security and compliance, and demonstrating the value of digital transformation.

The AI Advantage: Leadership Driving Banking’s Next Frontier

  • Empower leadership-driven personalized solutions to revamp secure, seamless omnichannel experiences.
  • How leaders can champion scalable AI model development to enable efficient decision-making and continuous improvement.
  • Building a robust, leadership-aligned technology framework with strong data governance and modern API architecture for AI integration.
  • How leadership can transform operating models to drive agility, break silos, and foster cross-functional collaboration.

Data Breaches and Beyond: Securing Transactions in a Cashless Society

  • How can financial institutions stay ahead of evolving fraud and cybersecurity threats while ensuring compliance?
  • Effective cybersecurity strategies to safeguard financial institutions against rising threats and meet compliance requirements.
  • Navigating emerging cyber threats, regulatory compliance, and strengthening resilience in the digital era.
  • How artificial intelligence enhances cybersecurity protection while introducing new risks and compliance challenges.

Inside Kenya's Evolving BFSI Ecosystem

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Growth in tech FDI , showing strong investments in digital finance and fintech

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Banking leaders believe AI will be critical within 5 years, but only 20% are fully prepared

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Banks using cloud for core or non-core workloads to improve scalability and security

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Adult population with mobile money access, highlighting Kenya’s payments dominance

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Direct contribution of financial services to Kenya’s GDP, rising to 10–12% including fintech ecosystem

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Licensed digital lenders are now operating in Kenya, reflecting rapid fintech and digital credit expansion

Advisory Board

Olubisi Ifemade
Regional Chief Compliance Officer, East & Central Africa
Access Bank (Kenya) PLC

Olubisi Ifemade is a seasoned banking professional with expertise in compliance, risk, audit, and regulatory frameworks across multiple markets globally.

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Speakers 2026

Julius Orayo
Group Chief Information Officer
Jubilee Insurance

He leads enterprise technology strategy and digital transformation across regional operations, leveraging BFSI expertise in cloud, data, and emerging technologies to modernize systems, enhance cybersecurity, and deliver agile, customer-centric platforms.

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Alex Siboe Wekunda
Chief Information Officer
Stanbic Bank Kenya

With over 18 years in banking and telecommunications, I have led cross-functional teams across major organizations, driving revenue growth, profitability, route-to-market strategies, innovation, product development, and transformational projects.

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Raphael Gathecha
Group Chief Information Security Officer
Letshego

He is a highly motivated individual providing risk consultancy in IT cybersecurity, project management, auditing, and system development to enhance IT security standards and infrastructure robustness. He is passionate, innovative, self-driven, eager to learn, and reliable.

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Tanvir Ali
Chief Executive Officer
Investcent Investment Bank

Tanvir Mohsin Ali, CEO of Investcent, is a seasoned global banking leader specializing in risk, treasury, and digital transformation strategic.

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Olubisi Ifemade
Regional Chief Compliance Officer, East & Central Africa
Access Bank (Kenya) PLC

Olubisi Ifemade is a seasoned banking professional with expertise in compliance, risk, audit, and regulatory frameworks across multiple markets globally.

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Samuel Ruuiga
Chief Information Officer
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation

Samuel K. Ruugia is an experienced ICT executive and data engineer driving digital transformation, enterprise architecture, and AI-powered innovation in insurance and reinsurance for over 15 years.

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Hussein Omar Hussein
Director of IT and Digital
SBM Bank

Hussein Omar Hussein is a banking technology leader driving digital transformation, cybersecurity, payments modernisation, compliance, and enterprise innovation across East Africa.

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Kushatha Moswela
Group Director of Insurance Operations
Equity Bank

Kushatha is an experienced actuarial executive specializing in strategy, operations, insurance risk management, and investment consulting leadership expertise.

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Samuel Kihara Kariuki
CISO Kenya and ICS Risk Manager East Africa
Standard Chartered Bank

Qualified CISO with proven expertise in ICT operations, cybersecurity, risk management, data protection, and operational continuity through strategic leadership and innovation.

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Simon Njuguna Mbogo
Director ICT
National Bank of Kenya

Simon Njuguna, KCB Bank Group’s ICT Director, drives tech strategy, digital transformation, and innovation with 20+ years of experience.

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Dennis Kevogo
Group Head of Data & AI
Jubilee Holdings Ltd

AI and data executive driving enterprise transformation through AI, analytics, governance, cloud-native platforms, and responsible data-driven innovation.

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Dipankar Acharya
Chief Executive Officer
APA Insurance

Insurance industry leader with 30+ years’ experience driving business growth, underwriting excellence, distribution expansion, digital transformation, and customer experience.

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Julius Orayo
Group Chief Information Officer
Jubilee Insurance

He leads enterprise technology strategy and digital transformation across regional operations, leveraging BFSI expertise in cloud, data, and emerging technologies to modernize systems, enhance cybersecurity, and deliver agile, customer-centric platforms.

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Alex Siboe Wekunda
Chief Information Officer
Stanbic Bank Kenya

With over 18 years in banking and telecommunications, I have led cross-functional teams across major organizations, driving revenue growth, profitability, route-to-market strategies, innovation, product development, and transformational projects.

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Raphael Gathecha
Group Chief Information Security Officer
Letshego

He is a highly motivated individual providing risk consultancy in IT cybersecurity, project management, auditing, and system development to enhance IT security standards and infrastructure robustness. He is passionate, innovative, self-driven, eager to learn, and reliable.

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Tanvir Ali
Chief Executive Officer
Investcent Investment Bank

Tanvir Mohsin Ali, CEO of Investcent, is a seasoned global banking leader specializing in risk, treasury, and digital transformation strategic.

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Olubisi Ifemade
Regional Chief Compliance Officer, East & Central Africa
Access Bank (Kenya) PLC

Olubisi Ifemade is a seasoned banking professional with expertise in compliance, risk, audit, and regulatory frameworks across multiple markets globally.

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Samuel Ruuiga
Chief Information Officer
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation

Samuel K. Ruugia is an experienced ICT executive and data engineer driving digital transformation, enterprise architecture, and AI-powered innovation in insurance and reinsurance for over 15 years.

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Hussein Omar Hussein
Director of IT and Digital
SBM Bank

Hussein Omar Hussein is a banking technology leader driving digital transformation, cybersecurity, payments modernisation, compliance, and enterprise innovation across East Africa.

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Kushatha Moswela
Group Director of Insurance Operations
Equity Bank

Kushatha is an experienced actuarial executive specializing in strategy, operations, insurance risk management, and investment consulting leadership expertise.

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Samuel Kihara Kariuki
CISO Kenya and ICS Risk Manager East Africa
Standard Chartered Bank

Qualified CISO with proven expertise in ICT operations, cybersecurity, risk management, data protection, and operational continuity through strategic leadership and innovation.

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Simon Njuguna Mbogo
Director ICT
National Bank of Kenya

Simon Njuguna, KCB Bank Group’s ICT Director, drives tech strategy, digital transformation, and innovation with 20+ years of experience.

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Dennis Kevogo
Group Head of Data & AI
Jubilee Holdings Ltd

AI and data executive driving enterprise transformation through AI, analytics, governance, cloud-native platforms, and responsible data-driven innovation.

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Dipankar Acharya
Chief Executive Officer
APA Insurance

Insurance industry leader with 30+ years’ experience driving business growth, underwriting excellence, distribution expansion, digital transformation, and customer experience.

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Why Attend ?

Our events bring together the latest technology advancements and real-world innovations driving transformation across the BFSI sector. We connect industry leaders, technology experts, and solution providers to explore how emerging tech is reshaping banking, financial services, and insurance. 

Elevate your professional growth with engaging discussions and collaborative workshops that are shaping the industry.

Gain valuable insights from renowned Innovation & Technology experts, including pioneers and leaders from the region, as they share real-world use cases and practical perspectives.

Collaborate with industry peers to collectively shape the future collectively and exchange experiences.

Connect and meet one-on-one with potential global partners who can provide tailored guidance to help you achieve your critical business objectives.

The BFSI IT Summit is a time-saving, highly informative, accessible, and professional business platform designed for experienced technology professionals and digital experts.

Industry Focus

Commercial Banks

Foreign Banks

Private Banks

Fintech & NEO Banks

Mutual Funds

Public Banks

NBFC's

Asset Management Companies

Health Insurance Companies

Microfinance Companies

Who Should Attend?

  • Chief Data Officer (CDO)
  • Chief Innovation Officer
  • Chief Operations Officer (COO)
  • Chief Risk Officer (CRO)
  • Chief Compliance Officer
  • Chief Experience Officer (CXO)
  • Chief Product Officer
  • Chief AI Officer
  • Chief Digital Transformation Officer
  • Chief Enterprise Architect
  • Chief Payments Officer
  • Chief Technology Innovation Officer
  • Group CIO / Group CTO
  • Managing Director – Technology
  • Executive Director – Digital Banking
  • Executive Director – Technology & Operations
  • VP / Head of Enterprise Architecture
  • VP / Head of Cloud & Infrastructure
  • VP / Head of Emerging Technologies
  • VP / Head of AI & Machine Learning
  • VP / Head of Data & Analytics
  • VP / Head of Fintech Partnerships
  • VP / Head of Innovation Labs
  • VP / Head of Core Banking Technology
  • VP / Head of Application Development
  • VP / Head of Information Governance
  • VP / Head of Technology Risk
  • VP / Head of Cyber Defense / SOC
  • Head of Digital Banking
  • Head of Omni-channel Banking
  • Head of Open Banking
  • Head of Payments & Cards Technology
  • Head of Blockchain / Web3 Initiatives
  • Head of Fraud Prevention & Risk Analytics
  • Head of Customer Experience & Digital Channels
  • Head of Automation / Intelligent Automation
  • Head of IT Governance
  • Head of Business Technology
  • Head of Technology Strategy
  • Head of DevOps / Platform Engineering
  • Head of Data Science
  • Head of Cloud Security
  • Head of Infrastructure & Networks
  • Head of Enterprise Applications
  • Head of Financial Crime Technology
  • Head of RegTech Initiatives
  • Banking Technology Advisors
  • Government Digital Transformation Leaders
  • Fintech Founders / Co-Founders
  • Managing Partners – Financial Technology
  • Directors of Smart Banking Initiatives
  • Directors of Innovation & Transformation
  • Directors of Cybersecurity & Resilience
  • Directors of Data Governance
  • Directors of AI Strategy

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What Clients Say ?

Testimonials

The event was highly beneficial, giving us the chance to meet enthusiastic prospective clients interested in our portfolios and services. The one-to-one sessions allowed focused discussions with delegates and dignitaries, helping us clearly demonstrate the value we bring. The attendees were influential, including senior executives and department heads, which made the engagement impactful. Overall, it was a wonderful collaboration, and we would gladly participate again in the future.
Saurabh Gupta
Saurabh GuptaDirector - BFSI, Nagarro
The event was excellent, providing the opportunity to connect with highly relevant and targeted participants in an intimate, small-format setting. The networking was particularly valuable, allowing for follow-up discussions on how to create further value. Most attendees were from the banking and insurance sectors, aligning closely with the areas where we operate, making the audience very relevant. Overall, it was a well-organized, engaging event, and we would be happy to participate in similar events in the future.
Navin Jagwani
Navin JagwaniAssociate Vice President & Regional Head, Zensar technologies
The summit was excellent, bringing business executives and technology leaders together to collaborate and make unified decisions that leverage AI for growth and cost optimization. While the sector is still in the early stages of transformation, strong AI use cases exist in financial crime prevention, though customer-facing applications remain limited. Most institutions are currently focused on internal efficiencies and improving data quality to better leverage AI. Overall, AI adoption is at a tipping point, marking the beginning of a journey that promises greater value, innovation, and organizational impact.
Nicola Comninos
Nicola ComninosGroup Chief Investments Officer (CIO) & Chief Risk Officer (CRO), Purple Group
The summit was highly valuable, offering new technologies, useful learnings, and meaningful interactions with industry peers. Digital transformation, once new, has rapidly evolved and become essential, especially for digital-first businesses and the broader national landscape. The BFSI sector has played a major role in developing digital skills and shaping what the country can achieve technologically. Overall, it was an exciting and worthwhile experience, and there’s great anticipation for the next edition.
Sibusiso Mbingo
Sibusiso MbingoChief Information Officer, glu

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