Kigali, Rwanda, 25 February – H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the AfCFTA Secretariat, participated in the Inclusive FinTech Forum 2025 (IFF2025), where discussions focused on empowering economic inclusion through accelerated technology adoption.

In his remarks, H.E. Mene emphasised the crucial role of digital trade in fostering financial inclusion, secure data transfers, and economic growth under the AfCFTA. He underscored the importance of leveraging technology to strengthen Africa’s digital economy and ensure broader participation in intra-African trade.

On the sidelines of the forum, H.E. Mene met with Hon. Alvin Tan, Minister of State for Trade, Industry, and Culture, Community, and Youth of Singapore, to discuss the AfCFTA’s potential for growth, development, and strategic collaboration. Their discussions covered key areas, including the development of resilient digital public infrastructure, the promotion of digital skills and literacy, and the advancement of FinTech solutions to enhance financial inclusion, particularly for MSMEs, women, and youth in Africa.

Fostering collaboration between the AfCFTA Secretariat and Singapore presents an opportunity to empower entrepreneurs, enhance digital transformation, and drive economic development across the continent.