Mauritius Africa FinTech Hub celebrates graduation
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Mauritius Africa FinTech Hub (MAFH) is proud has announced the graduation of its second cohort of university students from the “Future FinTech Champions” industry programme, sponsored by the Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB).
The initiative is part of MAFH’s mission to foster entrepreneurship, innovation, and talent development in the fintech sector in Mauritius and the region.
The industry programme was designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and the practical skills and experience required in the workplace. The program provided students with exposure to a wide range of topics relevant to the fast-moving FinTech space, from blockchain technology to digital payments and cybersecurity, through initiatives organized by MAFH and partners, as well as exercises to support them in building entrepreneurship, project management, and leadership skills.
The graduation ceremony, held on February 15, 2023, was attended by representatives from MAFH, MCB, members, partners and some representatives from participating universities, namely University of Mauritius (UoM) and University of Technology (UTM).
The ceremony was an opportunity to celebrate the commitment of the students to explore this new industry and recognize their dedication over the course of last year, amidst challenging times. Speaking at the ceremony, the CEO of MAFH, Ms. Benazeer Saïdoo, said:
MCB’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), Mr. Vincent Chatard, added:
With this cohort closing, MAFH is pleased to announce that recruitment is now open for the 2023 program, which will close on April 17. The program is open to university students in Mauritius who are interested in gaining skills and knowledge in the FinTech industry.
The programme will include a range of initiatives relevant to the industry organized by MAFH and partners. Students who successfully complete the program augment their chances to pursue careers in the FinTech industry and contribute to the development of the sector in Mauritius.
