Nairobi: African Microfinance Week (SAM) 2025

A key gathering for inclusive finance in Africa

The African Microfinance Week (SAM) is a major event held every two years in an African country, bringing together the main stakeholders in inclusive finance. As a true pan-African platform, SAM allows impact investors, microfinance institutions (MFIs), financial service providers, innovators, government representatives, and researchers to meet, exchange, collaborate, and shape the future of financial inclusion across the continent.

The 2025 Edition

• Dates: October 13–17, 2025

• Location: Nairobi, Kenya

• Venue: Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC)

This new edition promises to be a unique crossroads for debating, training, connecting, and innovating around the major themes of inclusive and sustainable finance.

Program Highlights

1. Plenary Conference (2 days)

Led by African and international experts, the conference will address the key challenges and opportunities of inclusive and sustainable finance, showcasing concrete and innovative solutions.

2. Trainings and Workshops

Around twenty sessions, led by specialists, will enable participants to strengthen their skills in various areas: risk management, SME financing, digitalization of financial services, impact investing, and more.

3. Investor Fair

A dedicated space for investors, MFIs, SMEs, and startups to meet and explore new opportunities for financing and impact investment.

4. Innovators’ Village

A platform highlighting innovative solutions in inclusive finance in Africa, featuring startups and disruptive projects shaping the sector.

5. Networking and Exchanges

SAM also provides a privileged setting for networking, including:

• B2B meetings,

• a gala dinner bringing together all participants,

• informal moments fostering collaboration and synergies.

Practical Information

• Registrations: already open for all activities (conference, investor fair, innovators’ village, workshops).

• Travel and Accommodation: a practical guide is available to help participants prepare their trip to Nairobi.

Organizer

ADA (Appui au Développement Autonome) is a Luxembourg-based non-governmental organization that leverages inclusive finance to strengthen the autonomy of vulnerable populations and improve their living conditions.