The air in Nairobi was thick with ambition—the kind that hummed through the halls, laced with conversations between founders, investors, and builders. In one corner, a fintech entrepreneur from Lagos passionately argued about the future of cross-border payments. At another stand, a blockchain expert from Kigali gestured wildly, painting a future where financial inclusion wasn’t just a buzzword but a lived reality.
In the heart of it all stood Sycamore; bold, ready, and unmistakably African.
At the 7th edition of the Africa Tech Summit Nairobi, Sycamore didn’t just attend; we immersed ourselves in the pulse of Africa’s tech revolution. With over 1,623 delegates, 834 companies, and 64 countries represented, the summit was a collision of ideas, innovation, and action. It was a place where fintech giants, mobile operators, crypto pioneers, and investors gathered, not just to talk, but to build.
But beyond the panel discussions and keynote sessions, something else stood out: the stories of everyday Africans navigating a financial system that often feels stacked against them. We met young entrepreneurs struggling with access to capital, business owners trying to expand across borders, and everyday earners looking for smarter ways to grow their money. These stories weren’t just familiar to us; they are the very reason Sycamore exists.
Africa’s Financial Future is Borderless
One theme echoed through the Africa Money & DeFi Summit—the future of African finance must be frictionless. Borders shouldn’t be barriers. Whether it’s a business owner in Accra needing quick access to USD for an international supplier, a freelancer in Nairobi getting paid by a UK client, or a trader in Kampala converting naira to cedis easily, Africans need more control over their money.
That’s why we’re building something new.
At Sycamore, we believe in giving Africans more financial power, and that’s why we’re gearing up towards the launch of our Multicurrency Wallet; a game-changer that will allow users to hold and save USD, GBP, and EUR seamlessly. Whether you’re a global entrepreneur, or someone looking to hedge against inflation, this feature is designed to work for you.
But that’s not all. We’re also rolling out Enhanced Dollar Investment (EDI), allowing users to invest in USD. Because wealth-building shouldn’t be exclusive to a privileged few and neither should trying to protect the value of your money be cumbersome.
Business Loans, Savings & More: The Full Sycamore Experience
As we look ahead, our focus for the year remains clear; empowering businesses. Our Business Loans continue to provide entrepreneurs with the capital they need to expand, restock, and thrive. Because a stronger SME sector means a stronger economy.
And for those looking to grow their money passively, our savings and investment products are designed to help you earn more effortlessly. Whether it’s naira or dollars, short-term or long-term, Sycamore is making saving and investing easier than ever.
Looking Ahead
Africa’s fintech story is still being written, and Sycamore is proud to be one of its authors. The conversations we had at the summit reinforced what we’ve always believed: Africans don’t just need financial tools; they need financial freedom.
So as we count down to the official launch of our Multicurrency Wallet, we invite you to stay tuned. Big things are coming. New doors are opening. And in the words of our ancestors, the lizard that jumps from the high iroko tree to the ground says if no one will praise him, he will praise himself.
Sycamore is not just keeping up with Africa’s financial evolution, we are shaping it.
