Investor-focused startups in the digital finance sector are encouraged to showcase their business proposals during the Africa Money & DeFI Summit, taking place in Accra.
The Africa Money & DeFi Summit 2025 has officially opened its application process for African fintech, DeFi, Web3, and embedded finance startups. This highly anticipated event is set to take place in Accra, Ghana, on September 24–25, 2025.
To qualify for the summit, startups must have at least one African co-founder or be headquartered in Africa. They must also offer a product or service that is already in the market (or have a minimum viable product with traction) and be built for scale. Applicants must commit to presenting in person at the event.
The deadline for applications is August 13, 2025. The Africa Money & DeFi Summit does not specify any age requirements for applicants and does not mention any restrictions on the number of applications a startup can submit.
Selected ventures will have the opportunity to pitch live on stage to investors, network with industry peers, and gain insights from leaders in the field. A limited number of slots are available for ventures to showcase live on stage.
The Africa Money & DeFi Summit connects startups with African-focused tech investors, corporates, and global players, offering an unparalleled platform for networking and growth.
For more information and to apply, visit the official website HERE. The application link can be found on the homepage. The Africa Money & DeFi Summit does not provide any information on the fees associated with the application process.
[1] Africa Money & DeFi Summit 2025 Official Website. (n.d.). Retrieved March 21, 2023, from https://africamoneydefisummit.com
- Interested fintech, DeFi, Web3, and embedded finance startups based in Africa or founded by Africans can submit their applications for the Africa Money & DeFi Summit 2025, as the event seeks ingenious products or services that are built for scale.
- Showcasing the nexus between finance, business, and technology, the Africa Money & DeFi Summit 2025 connects selected ventures with African tech investors, corporates, and global players, providing an exceptional networking and growth platform for all participants.