MENA Fintech Association

Our Regional Chapters

MFTA Qatar
Established in February 2024 and led by co-chair Gaurav Sachdeva, the Qatar chapter marks a key milestone in MFTA’s expansion, aiming to empower Qatar’s fintech ecosystem by connecting fintechs with businesses.
MFTA Saudi
The MENA Fintech Association proudly announces the launch of MFTA Saudi in June 2025, As Vision 2030 accelerates digital transformation, MFTA Saudi will serve as a catalyst—uniting regulators, financial institutions, startups, investors, and global stakeholders to shape the future of finance.
MFTA Africa
Established in July 2023, the Africa Chapter connects Africa and the Middle East, driving fintech innovation, collaboration, and growth. The chapter is currently co-chaired by Nizar Hannachi and Cyrine Sanchou.
MFTA Bahrain
Established in June 2024, the Bahrain Chapter, led by Co-Chairs Suzy Al Zeerah and Tariq Mattar, strengthens fintech collaboration and innovation, connecting Bahrain with the wider MENA ecosystem.
MFTA Iraq
The chapter will be led by Bahaa Abdul Hadi, a fintech trailblazer and Chairman of International Smart Card (Qi Card), widely recognized for driving Iraq’s digital payment revolution and championing financial inclusion across the nation.

Home To Everything FinTech In MENA

The MENA Fintech is an inclusive, non profit association that fosters an open dialogue for the region’s fintech community. Bringing together all the ‘movers & shakers’ under one roof, the MENA Fintech association is the voice and nexus of the Fintech industry in MENA.

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Stefan Lucas
CEO at FinTech Armenia

This partnership with MFTA is a game-changer for Armenia’s FinTech industry. By collaborating with MENA’s leading FinTech ecosystem, we are working on accelerating and cross-bridging innovation and investments – integrating the Armenian FinTech market participants into the global financial ecosystem

Rehan Mark D'Almeida
CEO at FinTech Australia

This partnership marks a new era of collaboration between two thriving fintech ecosystems. By bridging MENA and Australia, we are unlocking new opportunities for startups, investors, and regulators to drive global fintech innovation and market expansion

H.E. Károly Benes
Ambassador of Hungary to the UAE

The MENA Fintech Association exemplifies innovation, collaboration, and thought leadership in the rapidly evolving fintech space. Their commitment to fostering global partnerships, such as this engagement with Hungary, underscores their pivotal role in shaping a more inclusive and future-ready financial ecosystem. We look forward to deepening our collaboration and unlocking new opportunities for mutual growth.

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