Interswitch Renews Headline Partnership with Inspire Africa Conference, Backing Africa’s Next Generation of Product Builders
Interswitch Group, Africa’s integrated payments and commerce company, is set to return as the headline sponsor of the Inspire Africa Conference, marking the third edition of the conference supported by the company.
The partnership, which has spanned almost 3 years since 2023, underscores Interswitch’s continued commitment to platforms that bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, product leaders and other relevant stakeholders to exchange ideas, build capabilities and explore solutions to Africa’s most pressing challenges.
This year’s conference, themed “From Problems to Products,” is scheduled to hold from 14th to 15th October 2026 at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, and will focus on the journey from identifying real-world problems to developing products and solutions capable of creating meaningful impact.
Over the past three editions, Interswitch’s product teams and professionals across related fields have actively participated in the conference, leveraging the platform for knowledge building, industry networking, thought leadership and engagement with other players within Africa’s innovation and technology ecosystem.
Speaking on the partnership, Tomi Ogunlesi, Divisional Head, Brands & Communications, Interswitch Group, said the company’s continued support of the conference reflects its belief in the importance of connecting ideas, talent and practical solutions to address the continent’s unique needs.
“At Interswitch, we believe that some of Africa’s most important opportunities lie in our ability to identify the problems around us and build products that solve them in ways that are relevant, scalable and sustainable. Our partnership with the Inspire Africa Conference over the years has provided a valuable platform for our people to learn, connect with other innovators and contribute to conversations shaping the future of products and technology in Africa. We are pleased to return for a third edition and to continue supporting a community that is committed to moving from ideas to solutions and, ultimately, to impact.”
Also reinforcing the significance of the partnership as well as the conference’s broader objectives, Christian Idiodi, Partner of Silicon Valley Product Group and Co-Founder of Inspire Africa Conference says,
“From Problems to Products is not just a theme. It is the work Africa’s product community must get better at: finding the problems that matter and building products that truly work for our markets. Interswitch has been a consistent partner in this mission, and their continued support reflects a shared belief that Africa’s builders need platforms to learn, connect, and build with confidence. We are grateful to have Interswitch return as headline sponsor and contribute actively to the conversations and experiences shaping this year’s conference.”
As part of its participation at this year’s conference, Interswitch will play an active role across key programmed elements including leading key conversations on a select panel as well as steering the product narrative on its own stage at the Founder’s Track scheduled for Thursday, 15th October.
In addition, Interswitch is set to host an interactive exhibition at the conference, providing attendees with the opportunity to engage directly with the company and glean insights into its latest and most innovative product trends.
Reinforcing this year’s theme, the Inspire Africa Conference is expected to bring together a diverse community of founders, product professionals, innovators, business leaders and other ecosystem stakeholders for two days of conversations, learning, networking, and practical engagement.
As trends shift and products evolve to meet and exceed expectations, Interswitch’s participation emphasizes its broader interest in supporting conversations and platforms that encourage scalable innovation, entrepreneurship and the sustainable development of solutions designed for African markets.
More information about the conference including tickets can be found here: inspireafricaconference.com
