The East Africa BFSI

Awards 2026

Recognizing the Institutions Shaping East Africa’s Financial Future.

6th November 2026 – Sarit Centre, Nairobi, Kenya

Listed Awards
110
Awards Categories
25
Attendees
5000 +
Media House
200

Celebrating Excellence

Honoring the institutions and leaders driving innovation, inclusion, and transformation across East Africa’s financial sector.

The Awards recognize outstanding organizations and individuals demonstrating innovation, measurable impact, and exceptional leadership in the BFSI sector, while promoting financial inclusion, technological advancement, and sustainable industry growth across East Africa.

The event is one big celebration of new ideas, technologies, conferences full of rich dialogues, productive engagements and unlimited networking that involves the greatest minds from the world of Finance and Technology.

Key Dates for Your Diary

Save the dates for the East Africa BFSI Awards 2026

Call for Nomination

28th May 2026

Nomination Deadline

15th August 2026

Shortlisting

28th September 2026

Gala Dinner & Ceremony

06th November 2026

Unique opportunity

Do you know someone
who deserves this honor in 2026?

Winning an East Africa BFSI Award offers unmatched recognition and tangible business advantages. It positions your organization as a regional leader, earning industry-wide recognition and global visibility through extensive media coverage. The award’s rigorous, impartial judging process, led by central bankers from around the world, enhances your credibility and trust within the financial sector. Beyond prestige, it provides competitive differentiation, showcasing your institution’s growing role in shaping the continent’s economic future. Most importantly, it’s an opportunity to celebrate your team’s innovation and dedication in a high-profile setting.

Meet our Judges

The East Africa BFSI Awards 2026 is proudly organized by a team of industry leaders and visionaries committed to celebrating excellence and driving innovation within the BFSI sector.

Chief Judge

Atul Sankar

Dar Manor Limited

Managing director

Judge

Yvonne Kagondu

ICP HUB KENYA

Founder

Judge

David Adeleke

Zeeh Africa

CEO

Judge

Roshaan Kulpoo

Xoxoday

Vice President

Judge

Deborah Asmah

Npontu Technologies Limited

CMOO & Co-founder

Why Sponsor or Partner with Us?

Partnering with the East Africa BFSI Awards 2026 is a strategic opportunity to position your brand alongside the pioneers and innovators reshaping the financial industry. This prestigious event provides unparalleled exposure, fosters connections with influential decision-makers, and highlights your dedication to driving progress and excellence in the BFSI sector across East Africa.

Support Industry Growth

Contribute to the ongoing development and evolution of the BFSI sector in East Africa, fostering growth and positive change within the industry.

Showcase Commitment

Highlight your company’s dedication to sustainable business practices by supporting an event that emphasizes financial inclusion and industrial sustainability.

Social Responsibility

Align your brand with social impact and community-driven values, demonstrating corporate responsibility through support for an event focused on advancement.

Brand Loyalty and Trust

Build customer and stakeholder trust by aligning your brand with a prestigious event that highlights integrity, innovation, and leadership in the BFSI sector.

Our Sponsors and Partners

The East Africa BFSI Awards 2026 is proudly supported by esteemed sponsors and partners who share our commitment to celebrating excellence and driving innovation within the BFSI sector.

Sponsors and Partner

Community Partners

Organizers