What is SAM?

SAM is the African Microfinance Week, known by the French acronym for Semaine africaine de la microfinance, a major event dedicated to the development of financial inclusion in Africa that takes place every two years in a different African country. SAM provides a single platform to discuss inclusive finance challenges on the African continent by bringing together key representatives of the sector, including investors, MFIs, researchers, banks, networks, innovators and governments.


Different events during the five days of SAM 

  • a two-day conference on a specific inclusive finance topic with globally renowned speakers and experts
  • over 20 training sessions and workshops
  • a two-day Investor Fair which brings investors, MFIs, promising SMEs and startups together to discuss investment opportunities
  • a two-day Innovators' Village showcasing the latest innovations in inclusive finance
  • networking opportunities
  • a gala dinner with all SAM participants ...
  • ... and much more!

Sponsor the key event on the development of financial inclusion in Africa

Download this presentation to find out how SAM became the flagship event of the inclusive finance sector in Africa and how your organisation can support us with a partnership or a donation. In addition to various sponsorship formulas, we are open to customize our collaboration according to your needs. 

 

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Informations

Download the SAM 2023 presentation and learn more about the SAM structure, previous editions, the organisers and how your organisation can be part of this key event.

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