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Connecting.
Collaborating. 

Shaping the future of financial services in South Africa.

FINASA is the industry association for the South African fintech ecosystem, connecting fintech companies, regulators, banks, investors and innovators to enable responsible innovation, influence policy and accelerate financial inclusion.

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The voice of FinTech in South Africa

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1,500+

ecosystem participants

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250+

member organisations

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10+

regulators &
government partners

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40+

events
convened

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25+

industry reports & submissions

WORKING ACROSS THE ECOSYSTEM

WHAT WE'RE WORKING ON

DRIVING IMPACT TODAY.
BUILDING TOMORROW.

FINASA is actively engaged in key industry initiatives and policy discussions that shape the future of financial services.

 

From payments, digital identity and AI to financial inclusion and digital assets, we bring together industry leaders, regulators and policymakers to drive meaningful progress. Members have the opportunity to contribute through working groups, research and direct industry engagement.

AI REGULATION WORKING

GROUP

MONEY SMART WEEK IN ASSOC. WITH NATIONAL TREASURY

E-GAMBLING REGULATORY WORKING GROUP

PAYMENTS ECOSYSTEM MODERNISATION

BUY NOW, PAY LATER REGULATORY WORKING GROUPS

DIGITAL ASSETS REGULATORY WORKING GROUPS

LATEST UPDATES

FROM THE ECOSYSTEM

Industry
Spotlight

Edition 1 : Expanding Access: The Next Phase of Digital Finance in South Africa

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Ready to Shape the Future of FinTech in South Africa?

Join South Africa's leading Fintechs, financial institutions,  infrastructure providers and eccosystem partners 

POWERED BY INDUSTRY LEADERS

FEATURED MEMBERS

Banks. Fintechs. Regulators. Infrastructure providers. Investors. Innovators.

From early-stage innovators to established financial institutions, FINASA members collaborate to drive innovation, inclusion and industry growth.

UPCOMING EVENTS

CONNECT WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS

  • SA Payments & Financial Access Roundtable
    SA Payments & Financial Access Roundtable
    15 days to the event
    Wed, 24 Jun
    24 Jun 2026, 15:00 – 16:00
    Virtual Event
    A focused industry discussion bringing together fintechs, financial institutions, regulators, and ecosystem leaders to explore the future of payments and financial access in South Africa.
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  • Meet the FINASA Co-Founders: KasiTech Member Session
    Meet the FINASA Co-Founders: KasiTech Member Session
    20 days to the event
    Mon, 29 Jun
    29 Jun 2026, 18:00 – 19:00
    Virtual Event
    An exclusive member session giving KasiTech members direct access to FINASA's leadership team. Ask questions, share challenges, gain insights, and learn how to make the most of your FINASA membership and ecosystem opportunities.
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  • Industry Spotlight Edition 2 Roundtable: Building Investable Fintechs
    Industry Spotlight Edition 2 Roundtable: Building Investable Fintechs
    44 days to the event
    Thu, 23 Jul
    23 Jul 2026, 15:00 – 16:00
    Virtual Event
    An invitation-only discussion bringing together founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders to explore the characteristics, strategies, and growth milestones that make South African fintechs attractive to investors and positioned for long-term success.
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  • Africa Fintech and Banking Summit
    Africa Fintech and Banking Summit
    49 days to the event
    Tue, 28 Jul
    Johannesburg, South Africa
    28 Jul 2026, 08:00 – 29 Jul 2026, 06:00
    Johannesburg, South Africa
    he Africa Fintech and Banking Summit 2026, a boutique conference, brings together regulators, innovators, investors, and financial leaders to shape the future of digital finance across the continent. Over two transformative days, the conference will explore the technologies and strategies driving
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MEMBERSHIP IN ACTION

REAL IMPACT. SHARED PURPOSE. 
STRONGER TOGETHER.

Connect with industry leaders, participate in meaningful initiatives and contribute to the conversations driving innovation across South Africa's financial ecosystem.

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Working Groups

Shape the future of financial services through collaborative industry initiatives. Work alongside regulators and ecosystem stakeholders to address shared challenges, explore emerging opportunities and contribute to meaningful industry outcomes.

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Regulatory Engagement

Contribute to industry discussions and decisions through direct engagement with regulators, policymakers and key stakeholders. Gain valuable insights into emerging regulatory developments while helping shape the conversations that influence the future of financial services.

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Industry Spotlight & Events

Amplify your organisation's voice through reports, roundtables, speaking opportunities and industry initiatives. Share your expertise, build credibility and connect with key stakeholders across South Africa's financial ecosystem.

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FROM CONVERSATION TO COMMITMENT

F3 FINTECH FESTIVAL & AWARDS

F3 is where Africa's financial ecosystem comes together to connect, collaborate and shape the future of financial services. Join industry leaders, innovators and decision-makers for two days of meaningful conversations and action.

25-26 NOVEMBER

CAPE TOWN

Contact Us

Darter Studios, Longkloof
Darter Road
Garden
Cape Town
8001
NPO - 283-814

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