Hi everyone, Paul Crowley from Momint here. Reflecting on the AfricArena Johannesburg Fintech, Deep Tech & Enterprise Summit 2025, it was an incredible experience! Being part of the “How Blockchain and Stablecoins are Changing Cross-Border Payments” panel was truly insightful. The energy and innovation from African startups were absolutely inspiring.
The summit at 22 On Sloane in Johannesburg was a phenomenal display of Africa’s vibrant tech scene. I was particularly impressed by the phenomenal turnout and the unwavering support for local startups. Our panel, so expertly moderated by Mariana Osório de Castro from Edge Growth Ventures, delved into the revolutionary impact of blockchain and stablecoins. Sharing the stage with industry leaders like Shaun Brick, Winston Reid, Pretty Kubyane, and Lorien Gamaroff was a fantastic learning experience. A special shout-out to each of them for their contributions!
What was especially thrilling was seeing African startups not just participate, but truly seize the momint, developing and implementing groundbreaking solutions that tackle real-world issues. These innovators are shaping the future right now. I also had the chance to do some flash/voxbox interviews with attendees, asking them “What does ‘seizing the moment’ mean to them?” It was fascinating to hear everyone’s perspectives, and I want to thank everyone who let me bother them for a quick interview!
The summit also highlighted the remarkable caliber of African entrepreneurship, with keynotes from Melvyn Lubega, Thabelo Ratshihule, and Mathew Piper. The panels on the state of tech, deep tech startups, and AI funding were also incredibly enriching. The AfricArena team did an outstanding job organizing everything. A special thanks to Nafisa Abrahams and the entire team for their hard work and dedication!
Momint is proud to be part of this dynamic ecosystem, supporting and working alongside these pioneering African startups. The energy at AfricArena was palpable, and it’s clear that the continent is poised to lead the way in blockchain and fintech innovation.
Thank you again to the AfricArena team, Mariana, the other panelists, and everyone who participated. It was a powerful reminder of the potential and drive within the African startup community.
Paul Crowley
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