Expanding Access to Digital Payments

Accelerating innovation in SSA

At Visa, we wholeheartedly believe in Africa's potential and are committed to aiding its journey towards financial inclusion. 

Aida Diarra, Snr VP, Head, Visa SSA Aida Diarra, Snr VP, Head, Visa SSA
Africa, with its vibrant cultures and dynamic economies, is not only an emerging cornerstone of the global economy but is also becoming an incubator for transformative digital innovations. The advent of mobile technology and the rapid spread of internet connectivity have allowed Africans to leapfrog traditional infrastructural hurdles and move straight to digital and mobile solutions. It is inspiring to witness how the continent is utilizing technology to solve local problems and create valuable opportunities.
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Visa Everywhere Initiative

VEI South Africa - The Visa Everywhere Initiative 2023 reaches South Africa for the first time. See highlights here:

The Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI) is an open innovation program that helps startups and fintechs unlock new opportunities by providing a global platform to demonstrate their solutions. African startups are owning the stage at the Visa Everywhere Initiative with Nigeria’s ThriveAgric winning the global competition in 2022. Drugstoc, another African startup won the CEMEA competition in 2023. To keep up with the competition, click here.  

Innovation for inclusion – industry dialogue

Watch a panel of experts join CNBC Africa to delve deeper on how disruptive solutions form part of innovation for Inclusion. Click here –
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Visa Accelerator Program

Unlock your startup's potential and fast-track your success in the dynamic world of fintech with the Visa Accelerator program. 

This groundbreaking initiative connects Africa's brightest minds with experienced mentors, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled investment opportunities.  

Nairobi Innovation Studio

Our innovation centre offers our clients and partners in Sub-Saharan Africa the opportunity to develop solutions that are uniquely suited to the region. 
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