Moringa School and AFIK join hands to empower the workforce with innovative skills, fostering growth and excellence in the sector in a bold move to revolutionise Kenya’s fintech landscape.

Their strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) outlines a dynamic collaboration, targeting key areas to propel Kenya to the forefront of fintech innovation. Moringa School and AFIK are establishing a joint advisory team comprising experts from both entities to lay the groundwork for a mutually beneficial partnership.

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Moringa School and AFIK fintech education powerhouse

This powerhouse team will converge to share insights, expertise, and best practices, fostering a harmonious collaboration. Combining their strengths will create a solid foundation for achieving their shared goals.

Together, they will co-create industry-aligned fintech training programs meticulously designed to cater to diverse stakeholders.

These comprehensive programs will cater to fintech professionals seeking to upskill and reskill, professionals supporting fintech, entrepreneurs looking to pioneer innovative solutions, and students aspiring to launch their careers.

Through this collaborative effort, Moringa School and AFIK aim to bridge the skills gap, fuel innovation, and propel the Kenyan fintech ecosystem forward.

The course will offer a dynamic and adaptable learning experience, seamlessly integrating theoretical foundations with hands-on skills training and culminating in a comprehensive capstone project that puts learning into practice.

Additionally, students will be privileged to absorb valuable insights and expertise from seasoned industry professionals through engaging workshops conveniently offered in virtual and in-person formats, fostering a holistic and immersive learning journey.

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Moringa School & AFIK bridge fintech skills gap in Kenya

Moringa School and AFIK are committed to promoting the significance of fintech skills development across Kenya. Through joint awareness initiatives, they aim to highlight the impact of fintech on economic growth, innovation, and job creation.

By emphasising the benefits of fintech skills development, they hope to inspire more individuals to pursue careers in this field and encourage businesses to invest in FinTech talent.

To address the industry’s talent needs, Moringa School will collaborate with AFIK members to establish a pipeline of skilled fintech graduates. This will involve working closely with AFIK members to understand their specific talent requirements and developing training programs that meet those needs.

Additionally, Moringa School will offer students internship opportunities, providing them with hands-on experience and exposure to the fintech industry and preparing them for successful careers upon graduation.

Nikki Germany, CEO of Moringa School, said they are excited to partner with AFIK to equip Kenyans with the necessary skills to partake and lead in the dynamic fintech industry.

The MOU signifies a commitment to bridge the skills gap and foster innovation in the Kenyan fintech ecosystem. Kiptum Kidombo of AFIK stated that the financial industry is undergoing a transformative revolution due to fintech. Kenya has the third-highest active fintech startups in Africa (2023 report).