BMCE Capital is advancing its open innovation initiative, Cap’AI by BK, moving into a new phase aimed at accelerating the strategic use of artificial intelligence in finance. After drawing more than 80 applications, the program is now entering its hands-on stage with a hackathon that brings together around 20 startups.
Over the course of two days, participants will tackle three core themes: AI-driven decision-making and trading, hyper-personalized customer experiences, and end-to-end process automation. The teams will be guided by BMCE Capital experts and supported through workshops covering topics like design thinking, generative AI, and effective pitching. Dedicated mentoring sessions will also help refine their approaches.
The hackathon wraps up on May 23 with project presentations, where select teams will earn a place in the final round, scheduled for late June. The most promising solutions will have a direct pathway into BMCE Capital’s broader innovation ecosystem.
With Cap’AI by BK, the investment banking arm of the BANK OF AFRICA group is reinforcing its commitment to innovation fueled by external talent and real-world solutions. The program acts as a launchpad for impactful collaborations at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and finance.
Operating across several North and West African countries, BMCE Capital covers a full range of investment banking services—from asset management and financial advisory to private equity and market research.
