Finance &. Future Tech

How can technology transform lives, strengthen financial inclusion, and unlock new opportunities for African entrepreneurs?

On this episode of the Finance & Future Tech Show, host Mark sits down with Mercy Angela Nantongo, Digital Product Manager at Village Enterprise, to explore the intersection of technology, finance, and social impact in Africa.

Mercy shares insights from her work driving digital transformation at Village Enterprise, where she helps develop and implement digital solutions that support small businesses and entrepreneurs in rural communities. From the SPRINT innovation programme, which leverages digital tools and AI-powered mentoring to expand entrepreneurial support, to digital savings solutions across Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda, we explore how technology can make financial services and business development more accessible.

The conversation also examines the opportunities and challenges of building technology products for African communities, the role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of work and business, and what it takes for African innovators to develop solutions that address local needs.

In this episode, we explore:

• How digital innovation can transform entrepreneurship and poverty alleviation.
• The role of AI in business mentorship and development.
• Digital savings and the future of financial inclusion in Africa.
• Building accessible technology for underserved communities.
• Challenges and opportunities in Africa's technology ecosystem.
• The future of African innovation and homegrown technology solutions.

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The Future of Digital Payments in East Africa | Georges Bankore

How is technology changing the way we pay, do business and access financial services across East Africa?

In this episode of the Finance & Future Tech Show, host Mark sits down with Georges Bankore, Country Director for InTouch Uganda & Rwanda, for an insightful conversation about the rapidly evolving digital payments landscape.

They explore the growth of omnichannel payment solutions, the role of bespoke digital services, and how technology is helping businesses create simpler, more connected and efficient ways to transact.

The conversation also looks at financial inclusion, cross-border payments between Uganda and Rwanda, fintech innovation, payment security, APIs, digital transformation and the role of emerging technologies such as AI in shaping the future of finance.

As East Africa continues its digital transformation, what will the future of money look like?

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In this episode: • The evolution of digital payments in East Africa • Omnichannel payment solutions explained • Bespoke digital services and business transformation • Uganda vs. Rwanda's digital payment ecosystems • Financial inclusion and the digital divide • Cross-border payments and regional trade • Fintech opportunities for African entrepreneurs • Payment security and fraud prevention • APIs and the future of integrated payments • AI and the future of finance • What the African payment ecosystem could look like in the next five years

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In this episode, we unpack the latest global fintech headlines:

• TerraPay & Whish Money team up to expand cross-border remittances.

• SoftBank-backed PayPay files for a $10B US IPO.

• Routable partners with FedNow for 24/7 instant payments.

• Philippines’ central bank orders e-wallets to cut gambling links.

• Nedbank acquires iKhokha in a $93M SME push.

• PNC Bank integrates with Oracle ERP for embedded banking.

• GoCardless launches AI Same Day Settlement+, amid Mollie’s acquisition talks.

• Nigerian telcos pledge $1B to improve networks.

• Tanzania’s real-time payments surge past $11B in 2024.

From Africa to Asia, Europe to the US — discover how technology, regulation, and innovation are reshaping the future of money.

In This Week's Episode we look at :

1.Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Freezes Cryptocurrency funds on Bybit and KuCoin

2.Central Bank of Nigeria Sets 30-Day Deadline for POS Transaction Tracking

3.Kenya's Satellite Internet Controversy Moves to Court

4.Food and Drug Administration Approves OTC Hearing Aid Software for Use with Apple’s AirPods Pro

5.'AI Pioneer' Fei-Fei Li Secures $230 Million to Launch New AI Startup

6.Taiwan Deploys AI to Forecast Typhoon Paths as Storm Bebinca Approaches

7.NCC Group Enhances Digital Identity Solutions for Financial Services

8.fabric Expands AWS Collaboration to Integrate AI in Retail

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In this episode of Finance and Future Tech Podcast, host Mark sits down with Essa Mohamed Ali, founder of the Tanzania AI Community. Join us as we dive into the world of AI, exploring how it's transforming various sectors in Africa. Essa shares insights on building local AI ecosystems, the benefits of AI adoption, and the challenges unique to developing countries.

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In this episode, we're diving into an intriguing topic: The intersection of technology and the legal sector.

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In this episode, we're diving into an intriguing topic: The intersection of technology and the legal sector.

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As the world rapidly advances technologically, new job roles are being created, including positions that were previously unknown. One such role is that of a Product Manager. In this episode, we sit down with Mercy Angela Nantongo, who currently serves as a Product Manager for Poverty Graduation programs run by Village Enterprise in East Africa. Join us as we discuss various topics and delve into the role of a Product Manager within a company.

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