MFTA Regional Chapters extend the MENA Fintech Association's mission into local markets, bringing together fintech leaders, financial institutions, regulators, investors, technology providers, and network builders.
Each Chapter serves as a platform for local collaboration, knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, and cross-border opportunities, while connecting its market to MFTA's broader regional and global network.
Through our Chapters, we aim to strengthen local fintech networks and create meaningful connections that accelerate innovation, inclusion, and sustainable growth.
Riyadh · Jeddah · NEOM
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Manama · Bahrain Bay
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Doha · QFC
View Details →MFTA Saudi launched in June 2025. As Vision 2030 accelerates digital transformation, MFTA Saudi serves as a catalyst uniting regulators, financial institutions, startups, investors, and global stakeholders to shape the future of finance. Co-chaired by Victor L. Philippe Chatenay and Haifa Al Obaid (appointed August 2026).
Established in June 2024, the Bahrain Chapter is led by Co-Chairs Suzy Al Zeerah and Tariq Mattar, strengthening fintech collaboration and innovation and connecting Bahrain with the wider MENA Network.
Established in February 2024 and led by Chair Gaurav Sachdeva, the Qatar Chapter marks a key milestone in MFTA's expansion, aiming to empower Qatar's fintech Network by connecting fintechs with businesses.
Amman · Aqaba
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Cairo · Nairobi
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Baghdad
View Details →Established in 2026 with the support of the Central Bank of Jordan, the Jordan Chapter strengthens fintech collaboration and innovation, connecting Jordan with the wider MENA Network.
Established in July 2023, the Africa Chapter connects Africa and the Middle East, driving fintech innovation, collaboration, and growth. The chapter is co-chaired by Nizar Hannachi and Cyrine Sanchou (appointed July 2026).
The Iraq Chapter is 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.
MFTA Chapters are led by established professionals who are passionate about advancing fintech and creating meaningful impact within their markets.
As a Chapter Chair or Co-Chair, you have the opportunity to represent MFTA locally, bring together key stakeholders across the network, and help shape conversations around the future of financial technology.
If you have the relationships, experience, and vision to help build a stronger fintech network in your market, we would love to hear from you.
Represent MFTA in your market and strengthen your profile as a leader within the fintech network.
Connect with senior executives, regulators, investors, entrepreneurs, and innovators across MFTA's regional and global network.
Contribute to conversations around fintech innovation, regulation, financial inclusion, digital transformation, and emerging technologies.
Facilitate meaningful introductions, partnerships, and cross-border opportunities between organizations and markets.
Organize and support initiatives, roundtables, knowledge-sharing sessions, and collaborations that strengthen your local fintech community.
Participate in MFTA initiatives, events, discussions, and content that help shape the future of fintech across the region.
Help connect your market to a growing global fintech community and play a role in shaping the future of financial innovation.
Interested in becoming a Chapter Chair or Co-Chair? Get in touch with our team to explore the opportunity.
