Strengthening Cybersecurity to Boost Financial Inclusion in Africa

For more than a decade now, there has been a wide-ranging debate on how the digitization process, particularly in Africa, is proving to be a valuable lever for increasing financial inclusion. The African continent has been particularly dynamic and rapid in the adoption of digital solutions for people that before had no access to formal financial instruments. The reasons for this are varied and certainly, the arrival of relatively low-cost digital solutions capable of filling a vacuum and serving a population that is on average very young (77% of the population is under 35 years old), are all elements that have favored this trend.

What is the role of microfinance institutions in curbing insecurity, How can they manage the risks linked to digitization of their operations? And lastly, how can microfinance institutions reduce exposure to risks of cyber insecurity?

Speakers

1. Sheila Okiro- Chief Investment Officer in the Financial Intermediation and Inclusion Division and ADFI Coordinator (Africa Digital Financial inclusion) – African Development Bank (Côte d’Ivoire)
2. Jean-Louis Perrier- Africa Cybersecurity Resource Center (ACRC) Programme Director and Co-founder of Suricate Solutions (Luxembourg)

The webinar will be in English and French interpretation will also be available.

Register today at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_u5PIK6VnSwazC9mglCoy_g