[CALL FOR APPLICATIONS] CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa 2023 – Togo Edition – Welcomes Solutions Built on Blockchain

BitKE · 2026-02-05T22:41:24+00:00

LH0FT launches the sixth edition of CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa in Lomé, Togo, from October 16-20, 2023. Targeting francophone startups, the program focuses on financial inclusion, aligning with sustainability goals while fostering networking during African Microfinance Week.

BitKE

2026-02-05 22:41:24

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Building on the success of the CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa programmes since 2018, LH0FT is delighted to launch the sixth edition of this unique fintech startup development programme from 16 to 20 October 2023 in Lomé – Togo.

The programme will be run in French for the first time.

Supported by the Directorate for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Action and developed by the LHoFT Foundation, the programme targets companies focusing on financial inclusion in Africa, aiming to build bridges between Africa and Europe and highlighting the alignment of their initiatives with the sustainability objectives of the Luxembourg Financial Centre.

In an exclusive email to BitKE, LH0FT Foundation said:

“This is a special edition which will take place in Lomé, Togo, targeting francophone Africa and carried out in French. As always, we welcome solutions built on decentralised technology and digital currencies/assets.”

The programme is taking place at the same time as the African Microfinance Week (AMW), providing an incredible and unique opportunity for networking.

This edition of CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa will once again rely on the Luxembourg inclusive finance and Fintech ecosystem to support the selected 10 companies in developing their business and achieving their inclusion goals.

DETAILS:

● WHEN? Catapult: Inclusion Africa will take place from 16 to 20 October 2023;

● WHERE? In Togo, during the African Microfinance Week;

● WHY and HOW? CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa will cover a range of broad topics, including business model mapping, scaling strategies, investability, business plan presentation, legal

strategy, pricing, marketing strategy, and more.

The selected fintech will have the opportunity to connect with partners, sponsors, investors, Microfinance institutions (MFIs) and Public Financial Institutions (PFIs).

A unique opportunity to be immersed in an exclusive programme supporting founders to enhance financial inclusiveness and scale their business.

Apply Here.

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