THE FINTECH MASTERY COURSE
Overview
The Fintech Mastery Program is a flagship training initiative led by the Association of Fintechs in Kenya (AFIK). Designed to equip both aspiring and practicing fintech professionals with practical skills and industry knowledge, this program is a key step in building Kenya’s fintech talent pipeline.
Developed and delivered entirely in-house, the program ensures high-quality, context-relevant content tailored to the unique dynamics of the local and regional fintech ecosystem. By keeping delivery internal, AFIK is able to provide affordable training without compromising on excellence, making professional development accessible to a wider audience.
As part of AFIK’s broader mission to drive thought leadership and capacity building in Kenya’s fintech space, the Fintech Mastery Program is more than a course, it’s a catalyst for innovation, professionalism, and sector growth.
Course 2
AFIK Data Protection Masterclass
AFIK is hosting a practical Data Protection Masterclass designed to help individuals and organisations understand and implement day-to-day data protection and governance requirements within digital finance.
This session will offer clear, actionable guidance on:
- Operational compliance beyond licensing
- Roles and responsibilities in data handling
- Internal controls for safeguarding customer data
- Best practices for onboarding, KYC/AML, customer support, collections, and product operations
- Data governance and organisational readiness
Our masterclass will feature leading data experts with practical, hands-on experience in data protection and compliance across the financial ecosystem.
Date & Time
27th November 2025
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Online Session
Fees
Early Bird (50% Discount): KES 1,500 per participant (valid untill 21st Nov)
Normal rate: KES 3,000
Group rate (5+ participants): KES 1,000 per person
A certificate of participation will be issued by AFiK.
Program Objectives
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Equip participants with practical fintech knowledge relevant to Kenya and Africa.
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Promote continuous professional development within the fintech ecosystem.
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Position AFIK as a knowledge hub and thought leader in fintech capacity building.
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Support startups, students, and ecosystem enablers with affordable, high-quality training content.
Courses
| Course | Delivery | Duration | Target Audience | Tentative Dates |
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| Course 1: Introduction to Fintech in Kenya | Virtual | 2 weeks | General public, startup teams, students | Aug–Sept 2025 |
| Course 2: Data Protection Master Class | Virtual | Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m | Mid-career professionals, compliance officers | 27th Nov 2025 |
Key Course Features
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Live Sessions on Zoom (3 per week)
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Recorded content and pre-reads shared via Google Classroom or Teachable
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Assignments and quizzes to enhance engagement
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Certificates of Participation for attendees with 75%+ attendance
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Panel discussions featuring thought leaders and regulators
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Facilitators drawn from the AFIK Board.
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ODPC’s regulatory mandate in the digital ecosystem
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How fintechs, lenders, and financial institutions should comply
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Why data protection compliance matters for trust, risk, and legal accountability.
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Continuous compliance: what it means beyond initial registration
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Recommended best practices for responsible data management
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Roles of data controllers and processors
- Consent management, data sharing, and audit readiness
THE FACILITATORS
Emily Odindo
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- Program Director
- Certified Fintech Practitioner
- Fintech Enabler & Founder
- Pim Company
Sebi Salim
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- Program Director;
- Executive Director Tenakata;
- Fintech Enabler & Founder;
- Board member, Association of Fintechs in Kenya;
Ali Hussein
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- Workshop Facilitator
- CEO, AHK Corp;
- Chairman, Association of Fintechs in Kenya;
- Chairman, Kenya ICT Action Network;
- Vice President, Eastern Africa & Executive Board Member, Africa Fintech Network
- Advisory Council Member, NEXT176
- Non-Executive Member, Angaza (Fintech).
Munyi Nthigah
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- Workshop Facilitator
- Executive Director, Ketha
- Secretary General, Association of Fintechs in Kenya (AFIK)
Christine Kitale
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- Workshop Facilitator
- Director, Pesaswap, East Africa ( Fintech)
- Vice Chair, Association of Fintechs in Kenya (AFIK).
Roy Njoka
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- Workshop Facilitator
- Director, Terralima
- Board member, Association of Fintechs in Kenya (AFIK).
Mary Mwangi
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- Workshop Facilitator
- CEO and Founder, Data Integrated Limited, (Fintech)
- Board member, Association of Fintechs in Kenya (AFIK).
Ali bin Mohammed
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- Workshop Facilitator
- Board member, Association of Fintechs in Kenya (AFIK),
- Chairman of FINGO (Fintech),
- Board of Trustee of Flutterwave (Fintech),
- Non- Executive Director of Ponea Health BV Holland (Medtech),
- Vice Chairman and Partner of Bridge Innovation. (Fintech) .
Rosemary Koech-Kimwatu
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- Workshop Facilitator
- Head of Data Protection, KCB Bank Group,
- Board member, Association of Fintechs in Kenya (AFIK).