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This blog is part of a series documenting our program’s journey to accelerate the development of inclusive payments systems for universal access to financial services in Africa. #IAmAfricaNenda

From Vision to Execution: Why DPI Roadmaps Matter More Than Ever

Digital public infrastructure (DPI) allows countries to accelerate their development agenda—but only if countries can create the political will and turn broad principles into a sequenced plan that multiple institutions will follow. That is the job of a DPI Roadmap.

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25 October 2022 / Sabine Mensah, Deputy CEO AfricaNenda

New approaches are needed for instant payment systems to reach their potential in Africa

On October 25, 2022, AfricaNenda launched State of the Instant and Inclusive Payment Systems (SIIPS) 2022 report, in collaboration with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa and the World Bank.

6 October 2022 / Sabine Mensah, Deputy CEO, AfricaNenda

State of Instant and Inclusive Payment Systems in Africa 2022 report coming soon : A sneak-peak at end-users' experience.

With the emergence of instant payment systems (IPSs) in Africa, digital payments are becoming just as available and immediate as cash transactions, but whether people actually adopt and often use digital payments is another question. This might be for several reasons and often depends on the country.

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16 May 2022 / Sabine Mensah, Deputy CEO, AfricaNenda

Feeling the pulse: flagship report on Africa’s instant and inclusive payment systems expected soon.

Fast, accessible, and more inclusive digital payments are booming across Africa. Efficient digital payments are more convenient for both the payer and the payee. They also have the potential to strengthen capital markets through a larger store of value in transaction accounts. Governments are increasingly focusing on supporting the roll-out of digital payments as a tool for financial inclusion.