Lisbon, Portugal—November 2025
Zimbabwe’s Fintech Breakthrough on the Global Stage
In a landmark moment for Zimbabwe’s fintech and innovation ecosystem, ZimX Finance has been officially selected to represent Zimbabwe at the Opening Ceremony of Web Summit Lisbon 2025, one of the world’s largest technology gatherings.
The announcement confirms ZimX Finance as the startup chosen to carry the nation’s flag on stage at the MEO Arena on November 10, joining 100 other startups from across the globe in a powerful showcase of innovation and entrepreneurship.
From Harare to London to Lisbon, this moment marks the global rise of a new African fintech vision, one built not on hype, but on infrastructure, compliance, and purpose.
Building the Financial Rails for African Innovation
Founded by British-Zimbabwean entrepreneur Munashe Emperor Roy Mupoto (known professionally as Emps Roy, ZimX Finance is building a transparent, regulated financial ecosystem that bridges Africa and the world.
Operating under Blackmass Enterprises, the company leads a suite of products designed to modernize financial access and inclusion, including ZimXWallet®, a secure digital wallet with escrow and settlement features; ZimXPay®, a next-generation payments platform for merchants and cross-border commerce; and ZiGX®, a reserve-backed digital asset being developed under the UK’s new stablecoin framework.
A Symbol of Vision, Compliance, and Global Trust
Speaking on the announcement, Emps Roy said:
“Being chosen to carry Zimbabwe’s flag at Web Summit is more than a company milestone; it’s a symbol of what’s possible when vision meets execution. We’re building the financial rails for a new generation of African innovation, grounded in transparency, compliance, and real-world impact.”
With the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK reviewing ZimX Finance’s application through its Innovation Pathways program and discussions underway with the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s Fintech Sandbox, the company is positioning itself as a bridge between two regulatory worlds, connecting diaspora capital, institutional trust, and on-the-ground financial inclusion.
International Validation for Zimbabwe’s Fintech Future
The Web Summit recognition signals international validation for ZimX Finance’s mission to make Zimbabwe a regional hub for digital finance and fintech innovation.
As the MEO Arena lights up for the opening ceremony, ZimX Finance will stand proudly beneath Zimbabwe’s flag, representing not just a startup but an entire nation ready to lead Africa’s next fintech chapter.
“We’re still building quietly in the background,” added Emps Roy. “But moments like this remind us that the world is watching. To everyone who believes in the vision, your patience will make sense soon.”
About ZimX Finance
ZimX Finance is a fintech company under Blackmass Enterprises Ltd building compliant and transparent digital finance infrastructure for Zimbabwe and the wider African market. Its ecosystem includes ZimXWallet, ZimXPay and ZiGX, creating a seamless bridge between payments, remittances and digital asset settlement while representing Zimbabwe on the global fintech stage.
Company Name: Blackmass Enterprises Ltd T/A ZimX Finance
Name: Emperor Roy Mupoto (Founder & CEO)
General Inquiries: info@zimx.finance
Website: zimx.finance