Recognising the Pioneers Shaping the Future of FinTech
The South African Fintech Awards 2025 is a prestigious event that recognises and celebrates the trailblazers of the FinTech industry. This inaugural event is dedicated to highlighting excellence, integrity, and true innovation within the sector.
By nominating a standout individual or organisation, you’re giving them the opportunity to be recognised on the largest fintech stage in South Africa. This is more than just an award—it’s a symbol of leadership, resilience, and the drive to shape the future of financial technology.
Help us uncover the hidden gems and industry pioneers who are transforming the fintech landscape, and give them the recognition they deserve. Together, we’re celebrating the visionaries and disruptors who are not only making waves but are also setting the foundation for Africa’s fintech revolution.
Our Sponsors
We are proud to partner with industry-leading sponsors who share our vision of driving innovation in the FinTech space. Their support enables us to celebrate excellence, foster collaboration, and spotlight the game-changers shaping the future of financial technology
Award Categories
Innovation in
Digital Banking
Innovation in
Digital Banking
Recognises a Fintech that has made
significant strides in digital
transformation, offering customers a
seamless, secure, and user-friendly
digital or neo banking experience.
Best FinTech Start-Up
Best FinTech Start-Up
This celebrates the most promising
fintech startup of 2024 that has
demonstrated growth potential,
innovation, and the ability to disrupt
traditional financial services.
Excellence in
Payments
Excellence in
Payments
Awarded to the company that has
developed payment solutions that are
both secure, efficient and also
customer-centric, enhancing the
payment experience for users.
The Green Finance Award
Recognises a project or product that has integrated sustainable practices into finance, promoting environmental responsibility within the FinTech sector.
Fighting For
Financial Inclusion
Awarded to an organisation or initiative that has made significant contributions to bridging the financial divide, providing accessible financial services to the underserved.
Cryptocurrency Victor
Recognising a company or individual at the forefront of cryptocurrency innovation, offering groundbreaking solutions or services.
The Collaboration
of 2024
The Collaboration
of 2024
This category celebrates a
partnership or collaboration between
two or more entities leading to a
breakthrough in the fintech space.
Champion of Financial Literacy
Champion of Financial Literacy
This award recognises an
individual that has made
significant contributions to
educating the current and next
generation of fintech
professionals or fintech
consumers.
FinTech Entrepreneur of 2024
FinTech Entrepreneur of 2024
Celebrates an individual who
has founded or co-founded a
fintech startup and achieved
notable success in a relatively
short period and has shown
exceptional entrepreneurial
spirit
Lifetime Achievement
Lifetime Achievement
This prestigious award honours an individual who has made an extraordinary, long-term impact on the fintech industry. Their visionary leadership, innovation, and dedication have shaped the future of financial technology, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire future generations.
Judging Process
Public Nominations Open
October 2024
All Nominees will be contacted to submit their application
April 2025
Judging commences for 4 weeks
Expert panel conduct research and hold numerous consultations
Results are audited
A top 5 Audit firm will audit all the results before the final nominees are announced
Winners Announced
Winners will only be announced on the evening of the gala awards
Celebrating FinTech Excellence
Celebrating FinTech Excellence
The winners will be celebrated in style at our prestigious gala
Expert Award Judges
Ashlin Perumall
Partner, Baker McKenzie
Johan Bosini
Partner, Quona Capital
Arno Von Helden
CIO Transactional Products & Solutions, Investec
Chris Wood
Managing Executive, ABSA Group
Lee Naik
CEO, TransUnion Africa
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