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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
Accelerating Action to Bridge the Financial Inclusion Gap
In Africa’s rapidly evolving digital financial landscape, a persistent gender gap remains a significant barrier to achieving financial inclusion for all. Despite significant advancements in mobile connectivity and fintech innovations, women across the continent face disproportionate barriers in accessing and utilizing digital financial tools.
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The biggest barrier to digital payment adoption may be dropped network connections
Imagine you're in a bustling market in a country in Africa, ready to pay for your fresh produce with a quick tap on your phone. It should be seamless, right? But that is not always the experience for Salimata, a frequent market shopper who has recently started using digital mobile payments
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Addressing Small and Medium Enterprise digital payment gaps in Africa, Part II
As the May 2024 Visa Payments Forum in Istanbul revealed, SMEs in Africa are at a crossroads. The first blog in this series outlined three key challenges that limit financial inclusion for small and mid-sized businesses (SMEs) in Africa.
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