AliExpress Expands Local-Currency Payment Options Across Africa, Including Egypt

AliExpress Expands Local-Currency Payment Options Across Africa, Including Egypt

Cairo, Egypt – AliExpress, an international online retail marketplace, announced today a significant expansion in its payment options for shoppers across Africa to elevate online shopping in the continent. This initiative follows AliExpress’ introduction of various local mobile payment methods last year, which was welcomed by consumers seeking better access to global products. Starting this March, […]

Midbank Partners with Visa to Expand Digital Payment Solutions in the Egypt

Midbank Partners with Visa to Expand Digital Payment Solutions in the Egypt

Cairo, March 12, 2025: MIDBANK has announced the signing of a long-term partnership agreement with Visa, the global leader in payment technology and digital solutions. This agreement allows MIDBANK to offer the latest digital payment technologies to meet customer needs and provide innovative products and services that cater to various segments. The partnership aims to […]

Fawry Partners with Ottu to Transform Egypt’s Online Payment Landscape

Fawry Partners with Ottu to Transform Egypt’s Online Payment Landscape

Cairo, Egypt: Fawry, Egypt’s leading fintech company, has signed a pioneering Mutual Collaboration Agreement (MCA) with Ottu, the leading Online Payment Management System (OPMS) in the Middle East. Together, Fawry and Ottu aim to redefine Egypt’s online payment landscape, empowering businesses with innovative and efficient payment solutions, with Fawry being Ottu’s first partner in Egypt. This […]

Visa Launches "Tap-to-Add Card" in Egypt to Enhance Secure and Seamless Digital Payment Experiences

Visa Launches “Tap-to-Add Card” in Egypt to Enhance Secure and Seamless Digital Payment Experiences

Malak El Baba: “We are committed to supporting Egypt’s digital payment ecosystem and ensuring customer data protection, in line with the country’s efforts to achieve financial inclusion and economic growth.” Tap-to-Add Card enables cardholders to seamlessly add their cards to digital wallets by simply tapping them on their mobile device Cairo, 9 March 2025 –Visa […]

Egypt: Bokra expands its footprint in fintech, unveils future plans

Egypt: Bokra expands its footprint in fintech, unveils future plans

Egypt – Bokra, a rising fintech company, has outlined its future plans and strategic vision, reinforcing its commitment to financial inclusion and innovation in Egypt’s fintech sector. The company, which provides Sharia-compliant investment solutions, aims to empower individuals and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through diversified financial products. Bokra’s portfolio includes investments in real estate, […]

Visa and MDP Collaborate to Support and Empower Egypt’s FinTech Sector

Visa and MDP Collaborate to Support and Empower Egypt’s FinTech Sector

Cairo, Egypt – Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has announced a strategic partnership with MDP to empower fintech companies and non-banking financial institutions across Egypt. This collaboration aims to enhance financial innovation, support market growth, and enable seamless financial services in the region. The partnership underscores the growing significance of inclusiveness and technological […]

Visa has announced the appointment of Michael Berner as the new Head of Southern and Eastern Africa (SEA), where he will oversee operations across 24 markets. Berner will report to Andrew Torre, Visa’s Regional President for Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA), and will remain a key member of the CEMEA leadership team. Berner, a seasoned financial services executive, has been with Visa since 2019, previously serving as Senior Vice President, Head of Merchant Sales and Acquiring for CEMEA. Prior to joining Visa, he held the role of Managing Director and Executive Board Member at Citibank Russia. Expressing confidence in Berner’s leadership, Torre stated, “Southern and Eastern Africa is one of the world’s fastest-growing payments regions, home to impactful digital payment innovations. With Michael’s expertise, we look forward to advancing our strategic goals and strengthening partnerships across the region.” Berner holds a master’s degree in financial management from Moscow Automobile and Road Institute and has completed postgraduate programs at Columbia Business School, the University of California, Berkeley, and Harvard University. Commenting on his new role, Berner said, “I am excited to lead Visa’s SEA team and collaborate with partners, financial institutions, and governments to drive financial inclusion and introduce innovative payment solutions.” Visa has operated in the SEA region for over 40 years, playing a crucial role in expanding digital payment accessibility and security across Africa.

Visa Appoints Michael Berner as Head of Southern and Eastern Africa

Visa has announced the appointment of Michael Berner as the new Head of Southern and Eastern Africa (SEA), where he will oversee operations across 24 markets. Berner will report to Andrew Torre, Visa’s Regional President for Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA), and will remain a key member of the CEMEA leadership […]

XPay partners with Huawei Cloud Services to back Digital Payments in Egypt

XPay partners with Huawei Cloud Services to back Digital Payments in Egypt

Egypt – XPay, a leading fintech startup, has entered a strategic partnership with Huawei Cloud Services to enhance digital payment solutions for businesses across Egypt, as per an emailed press release. The collaboration aims to strengthen XPay’s role in Egypt’s digital payment sector by using Huawei’s advanced cloud technology. “Our recent performance demonstrates the trust businesses […]

Balad Becomes the First Egyptian Remittance Aggregator to Go Live in Egypt

Balad Becomes the First Egyptian Remittance Aggregator to Go Live in Egypt

[Cairo, February 9th, 2025] – Balad, a leading fintech company specializing in cross-border payments, proudly announces that it is the first Egyptian remittance aggregator to go live in Egypt. This milestone marks a significant expansion of Balad’s capabilities, enabling seamless, efficient, and compliant money transfers for international remittance service providers and financial institutions looking to serve […]

Egypt’s Fawry to launch money transfer service soon: CEO

Egypt’s Fawry to launch money transfer service soon: CEO

Egypt – Fawry for Banking Technology and Electronic Payment will launch the money transfer service soon via ‘myfawry’ app after obtaining the approval of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), CEO Ashraf Sabry told Ashraq Business. The EGX-listed firm intends to forge partnerships with key companies to expand business in the Saudi and Emirati markets, the […]