Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has announced the fifth edition of its flagship TechConnect Forum, designed to showcase transformative solutions and shape the future of Nigeria’s financial ecosystem. Themed “United Frontiers: Growth Powered by Innovation, Collaboration, and Compliance,” the event will bring together C-suite executives, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore emerging technologies and foster stronger partnerships across the financial sector.
TechConnect 5.0 will tour three major cities — Enugu on October 7, Abuja on October 14, and Lagos on November 11, where the grand finale will hold at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island. Each stop will feature engaging product showcases, thought-provoking panel discussions, and case studies illustrating how Interswitch’s solutions are empowering businesses and driving digital growth nationwide.
Speaking ahead of the event, Akeem Lawal, Managing Director of Payment Processing and Switching (Interswitch PurePay), described TechConnect 5.0 as an invaluable opportunity to promote collaboration, compliance, and innovation within Nigeria’s financial ecosystem. He added that the forum will enable meaningful engagement between Interswitch, its partners, and customers, while highlighting the company’s products that are shaping the evolution of digital finance in Africa.
The forum will feature keynote sessions, fireside chats, live demonstrations, and award presentations recognising innovation and excellence across the sector. By bringing together key stakeholders in finance, technology, and policy, TechConnect 5.0 reinforces Interswitch’s commitment to powering Africa’s digital transformation, promoting financial inclusion, and building a resilient, innovation-led economy