10+ years
Promoting Literacy.
Financial Literacy Summit 2025
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Venue: Nairobi Street Kitchen
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
Date: 24th April, 2025
About The Summit
April is Financial Literacy Month, and this year’s theme, “Educate, Empower, Enrich,” perfectly aligns with Kenya’s Vision 2030, highlighting the critical role of financial education in driving inclusive growth.
Panel Discussions - Thought-provoking discussions featuring industry leaders, covering key topics on financial literacy and responsible financial practices.
Networking Sessions - An opportunity for lenders, regulators, and financial institutions to come together and engage in meaningful conversations that foster collaborations focused on driving financial responsibility.
Showcase & Collaborate - An interactive platform for attendees and sponsors to showcase how their products and services are contributing to this year’s financial literacy theme, providing valuable insights while fostering learning and collaboration opportunities.
Event Schedules
8.00 - 9.00 AM | Networking
Registration & Networking Breakfast
Everyone
- Welcome coffee, tea, and light breakfast.
- Opportunity to network with other attendees, sponsors, and partners.
Location: Main Lobby
9.00 - 9.15 AM | Speech
Welcome Remarks
Speaker hosts: Hilda Moraa, Josh Allen
- Overview of the summit agenda and objectives.
- Opening the event and affirming this year’s financial literacy theme: Educate| Empower| Enrich.
- Introduction to the summit’s vision: empowering financial literacy for personal and business success.
Location: Main Hall
9.15 - 9.45 AM | Keynote Address
The Importance of Financial Literacy in Today’s World
Speakers: Anthony Mwithiga, MD Old Mutual Investment Group | Esther Waititu, Chief Financial Services Officer, Safaricom | Rina Hicks, Faida Investments Bank
- A deep dive into why financial literacy is essential for both individual and SME growth, and how it drives wealth creation.
- How financial literacy can help elevate underserved communities and close the wealth gap.
- The impact of financial education on economic development.
- How understanding financial principles can unlock new opportunities.
Location: Main Hall
9.45 - 10.30 AM | Panel Discussion
Empowering SMEs: Building Strong Financial Foundations through Financial Literacy
Moderator: Rose Muturi, MD EA Branch International
Panelists: Lucy Kiai, Head of Credit, Safaricom | Sheila Kimani, Chief Commercial Officer, NCBA loop | Sheena Raikundalia, CGO Kuza | Kamal Budhabhatti, CEO & Founder, Little
- Discussing the key steps to building a solid financial foundation—budgeting, saving, investing, and credit management.
- Pathways for individuals and businesses to grow their wealth sustainably—what each panelist entity is doing to advance this agenda towards sustainability.
Location: Main Hall
10.30 - 11.00 AM | Panel Discussion
Role of Digital Lenders in driving customers financial health
Moderator: Kevin Mutiso, CEO OYE & DLAK Chairman
Panelists: Brian Dempsey , CEO, Power Financial Wellness | Morris Maina, CEO, TransUnion kenya | Ebby Gatamu, CEO Cladfy | Jacqueline Ndichu, Finance Manager, Pezesha | Sebie Salim , CEO Tenakata
- Understanding the Impact of Digital Lending on Financial Inclusion.
- Exploring the broader social impact of financial education.
- Digital Lenders and Responsible Lending.
- Enhancing Financial Health Through Flexible Credit Solutions.
- Data-Driven Financial Decision-Making.
- The Role of Digital Lending in Building Financial Resilience.
- Trust and Customer Education: The Path to Long-Term Financial Health.
- Case studies.
Location: Main Hall
11.00 - 11.10 AM | Presentation
The role of savings and investment solutions in fostering customer loyalty and driving wealth creation for digital lenders
Presentation by: Radhika Bhachu, CEO , Ndovu
Location: Main Hall
11.10 - 12.00 Noon | Demo
Launching Patascore: Empowering businesses with credit scores and financial literacy to drive sustainable growth
Presentation by: Hilda Moraa | Josh Allen | Dennis Gathage | Faith Munini
- Patascore as a service- by Hilda Moraa & Josh Allen.
- Elimiza Launch - by Dennis Gathage & Faith Munini.
Location: Main Hall
12.00 - 12.15 PM | Remarks
Closing Remarks & Summary of Key Takeaways
Speaker:MC
- Recap of the summit’s key highlights and actionable insights.
- Acknowledgements of speakers, sponsors, and partners.
- Announcement of next steps, follow-up resources, and upcoming events.
- Housekeeping.
Location: Main Hall
12.15 - 2.00 PM | Networking
Networking, Refreshments & Departure
Everyone
- An opportunity to network with fellow attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors.
- Guests can enjoy hot bites at their leisure before departing at their convenience.
- This is a great time to connect with professionals, speakers, and industry experts.
Location: Main Hall
6.00 - 8.00 PM | Networking
Drinks, Courtesy of Nairobi Street Kitchen
Join our team, fintech leaders, and other financial players!
- A networking session as we continue the conversation and drive the financial literacy movement forward!.
Location: Main Hall
Partners & Sponsors
CEO’s Quote
“Collaborations in driving financial literacy will be key now more than ever to foster sustainable financial inclusion.”
Hilda Moraa
CEO, Patascore & Event Host
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Our Speakers
Lucy Kiai
Head of Credit, Safaricom
Anthony Mwithiga
MD, Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIG)
Rina Hicks
MD, Faida Investment Bank
Joshua Allen
Chief Data Officer, Pezesha
Radhika Bhachu
CEO, Ndovu
Sheila Kimani
CCO, NCBA Loop
Kevin Mutiso
Co-Founder and CEO, OYE
Brian Corey Dempsey
CEO, Power Financial Wellness
Rose Muturi
MD, Branch International
Jacqueline Ndichu
Financial Controller, Pezesha
Sheena Raikundalia
CGO, Kuza
Kamal Budhabhatti
CEO & Founder, Little
Morris Maina
CEO, TransUnion Kenya
Ebby Gatamu
CEO & Co-founder, Cladfy
Sebie Salim
CEO, Tenakata