- Flutterwave, an African payments giant, is partnering with American Express to allow Nigerian merchants to accept payments from American Express cardholders.
- The partnership will give Flutterwave merchants access to a new customer base, while also providing shoppers with more payment options.
- The collaboration is part of American Express’s continued expansion into the African market, where it has launched credit cards in Nigeria and partnered with payment processors and banks across the continent.
In a move to further penetrate the African market, American Express has partnered with Flutterwave, a leading African payment processing company. This collaboration will allow Nigerian merchants using Flutterwave to accept payments from American Express cardholders, both in Africa and globally.
The partnership marks a significant step forward for both companies, providing a boost to American Express’s efforts to expand its reach across the continent, and offering Flutterwave merchants access to a new customer base. It also gives shoppers greater payment flexibility when using Flutterwave’s services.
This move follows American Express’s successful launch of credit cards in Nigeria last year, and its expansion into other African markets. The partnership with Flutterwave further solidifies its commitment to the African market, highlighting the growing importance of digital payments across the continent.
What you should know
Flutterwave is a leading African payment technology company that aims to simplify payments for businesses and individuals across the continent. Founded in 2016, Flutterwave has become a crucial player in the African payments landscape, enabling businesses to accept payments from various sources, including credit cards, mobile money, bank transfers, and more.
Flutterwave’s platform provides a single integration point for businesses, simplifying the complexities of accepting payments across diverse African markets. This streamlined approach has made it a popular choice for businesses of all sizes, from startups to large corporations.
Flutterwave has also made significant strides in facilitating cross-border payments, enabling businesses to send and receive money across Africa and internationally. The company’s commitment to innovation and its focus on building a robust and reliable payment infrastructure has contributed to its rapid growth and success.
