Tokenisation in Practice: The Next Financial Layer
Digging into the institutional realities of tokenised finance.
What began as CAPE CONN3CT in Cape Town is now AFRICA CONN3CT — a growing platform for open, high-trust dialogue across Africa’s finance and tech ecosystems.
We’re not a conference or a sales funnel. We’re a founder-led community focused on real conversations, practical insight and meaningful connection.
No hype. No egos.
With strong momentum from recent events in Cape Town hosted by Investec – AFRICA CONN3CT now lands in Johannesburg where we’ll dig into the institutional realities of tokenised finance.
Our Partners
Proudly supported by leaders across the local and global digital asset, tech and finance ecosystem:
Sumsub – Strategic Partner
A global verification platform helping regulated businesses streamline onboarding, prevent fraud, and stay compliant across more than 220 jurisdictions. Their expertise spans fintech, crypto, trading and beyond, making them a key enabler of trust in digital finance.
Binance South Africa – Event Partner
The world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider. Their product suite includes the world’s largest digital asset exchange, along with tools and services powering global crypto adoption and financial access.
RainFin – Community Partner
Bringing innovation and global investment directly to your wallet; targeting the $120 billion stablecoin market with real-world asset-backed instruments that combine legal protection, yield and digital accessibility.
Thanks to the support of our partners, we’re pleased to host the evening in a premium venue, with drinks and canapés served throughout.
Event Format
Each session begins and ends with informal networking and conversation followed by a focused fireside chat with industry specialists offering both local and global insight.
What to Expect
• Real, challenging conversations with peers and industry leaders
• Insight into how institutions are adopting tokenised infrastructure
• Clarity on compliance, custody and operational execution
• Real-world case studies and practical strategies
• A high-trust space for professional networking
• A clearer view of where tokenisation is heading
Confirmed Panellists
• Brenton Naicker (Moderator) – Principal and Head of Growth (Africa), CV VC
• Larry Cooke – Head of Legal (Africa), Binance
• Sean Emery – Co-Founder / CEO, RainFin
• Deon Smith – Global Head of Product, Ninety One
• Rob Downes – Head of Digital Delivery & Digital Assets, Absa
Who Should Attend
This event is designed for executive leadership and senior decision makers across:
• Finance, Banking and Payments
• Investment and Asset/Wealth Management
• Blockchain and Infrastructure
• Trading, Risk and Quant Strategy
• Fintech, Regtech and Compliance
• Innovation and Emerging Tech
Attendance and Approval
This is a highly curated event with limited capacity. All registrations will be reviewed individually to ensure alignment with the event’s focus.
We understand this may feel restrictive, but it’s key to maintaining relevance and trust in the room. If not approved for this session, we invite you to connect with us for future events.
Privacy and Media
This is an off-the-record event. No recordings will be made. Photos will be taken during networking, but discussion content will not be shared publicly.
Stay Connected
We’d love for you to join the conversation beyond the event. Follow us and join our community channels to stay in the loop with upcoming sessions, key themes and ongoing discussions:
• WhatsApp Group
• LinkedIn Page
• Telegram Group
Register here
Registration Disclaimer:
Please complete all required questions for your registration to be considered. By registering, you agree your email may be shared with hosts and sponsors for relevant follow-up communications.
Time: 17:30 - 21:00
Venue: The Venue Green Park, Johannesburg
More info:
3 Lower Road, Cnr, W Rd S, Morningside, Sandton, 2057, South Africa