Africa Fraud, Security & Compliance Summit – NORTH AFRICA EDITION 2026
As North Africa accelerates its digital transformation across banking, payments, and financial services, the region faces a parallel rise in sophisticated fraud, cybercrime, and regulatory complexity. Anchored in the pillars of fraud intelligence, cybersecurity resilience, and regulatory compliance, the Africa Fraud, Security & Compliance Summit 2026 – North Africa Edition stands as the region’s foremost platform dedicated to securing financial ecosystems in the digital era.
This high-impact, one-day summit convenes senior banking executives, regulators, compliance leaders, cybersecurity experts, and fintech innovators from Egypt and across North Africa to address the most pressing threats facing the region. From hyper-localized fraud and social engineering attacks to AI-powered fraud detection and data protection frameworks, each session is designed to deliver practical insights and actionable strategies.
Through visionary keynotes, expert-led panel discussions, real-world case studies, and curated networking experiences, participants will gain the tools and intelligence required to strengthen institutional resilience, protect consumer trust, and stay ahead of evolving financial crime risks.
Be part of the summit shaping the future of fraud prevention, cybersecurity, and compliance across North Africa.
Advisory Council Members
Driven by Regional Intelligence. Designed for Measurable Impact.
At the core of the Africa Fraud, Security & Compliance Summit – North Africa Edition is an expert Advisory Council comprising senior leaders from banking, payments, cybersecurity, compliance, and regulatory bodies. Their regional expertise and industry insight guide the development of a highly curated, market-relevant agenda that reflects the realities of North Africa’s fraud and compliance landscape.
Backed by their strategic direction, the summit goes beyond conversation- delivering solutions, frameworks, and intelligence that institutions can apply immediately.
Speakers and Panelists
Voices of Authority. Leaders of Change.
The AFSC Summit – North Africa brings together senior decision-makers and subject-matter experts shaping the region’s approach to fraud prevention, cybersecurity, digital identity, and regulatory compliance.
Central Themes
A focused agenda built around North Africa’s most urgent fraud, cybersecurity, and compliance priorities.
- Hyper-Localized Fraud and Emerging Social Engineering Threats
- AI and Machine Learning in Fraud Detection
- Cross-Border Fraud and Money Laundering Risks
- Smishing, Vishing and Advanced Digital Impersonation Attacks
- Payment Fraud and Transaction Security
- Digital Identity, eKYC Innovation and Biometric Verification
- Financial Crime Investigation Strategies
- Building Resilient Fraud Response Frameworks
- Strengthening Financial Data Protection
- Data Protection, Privacy Enforcement and Resilience Standards
MARKET OVERVIEW
North Africa’s financial ecosystem is undergoing rapid modernization, driven by digital banking, mobile payments, fintech innovation, and government-led digitization initiatives. While these advancements unlock efficiency and financial inclusion, they also introduce complex vulnerabilities, from culturally tailored fraud schemes and insider threats to data breaches and cyber-enabled financial crime.
Egypt, in particular, is witnessing a sharp rise in localized fraud, digital impersonation, and social engineering attacks, creating urgent demand for region-specific intelligence and adaptive defense strategies. Financial institutions are now under increasing pressure to balance innovation with security, compliance, and customer trust.
Presented by BII, the Africa Fraud, Security & Compliance Summit 2026 – North Africa serves as a critical platform to confront these challenges head-on. Under the theme “Securing the Future: AI-Driven Strategies for Fraud Prevention in the Digital Era,” the summit explores cutting-edge technologies, AI-driven risk mitigation, and regulatory best practices tailored to North Africa’s evolving threat landscape.
By bringing together stakeholders from banking, payments, insurance, fintech, microfinance, government, and regulatory bodies, the summit enables meaningful dialogue where policy meets practice and innovation meets execution.
WHY NORTH AFRICA?
North Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its digital finance journey. The convergence of rapid digitization, expanding digital payment channels, and evolving regulatory frameworks has increased exposure to sophisticated fraud and cyber threats. Social engineering attacks, identity fraud, insider risks, and cross-border financial crime are growing in scale and complexity.
To safeguard sensitive data, maintain regulatory compliance, and preserve consumer trust, financial institutions must adopt intelligent, adaptive, and collaborative approaches to fraud prevention and risk management.
The AFSC Summit – North Africa Edition provides a purpose-built platform for intelligence sharing, strategic collaboration, and solution-driven engagement equipping decision-makers with the insights, tools, and partnerships required to secure the region’s financial future.
Event Sponsors & Partners
Ready to Position Your Brand at the Forefront of Financial Security in North Africa?
Showcase your solutions to a highly targeted audience of senior banking leaders, regulators, and compliance decision-makers. From unveiling advanced fraud technologies to forging strategic partnerships, the AFSC Summit – North Africa offers unmatched visibility and influence within the region’s financial ecosystem.
Join the platform where regional intelligence meets real-world implementation and where the future of secure finance is being shaped.
WHO WILL YOU MEET AT THE AFSC SUMMIT – NORTH AFRICA?
- Regulators & Supervisory Authorities
- C-Level Executives (CISO, CRO, CCO, CIO, CTO, CEO)
- Senior Risk, Compliance & Fraud Leaders
- Cybersecurity & Digital Identity Experts
- Banking, Payments & Digital Financial Services Leaders
- Fintech, MNO & Telecom Executives
- Data Protection, Privacy & Forensic Audit Officers
- Government, Ministries & Associations