Next-stage digital payment services are introduced in Francophone Africa by OpenWay, a company enlarging its global footprint.
OpenWay, a global leader in digital payments solutions, has made its entry into Francophone Africa, marking a significant step towards supporting visionary institutions in building Africa's next-generation payment infrastructure.
The expansion into the region empowers banks and fintechs with access to OpenWay's globally recognized payment technology. This move is particularly advantageous for accelerating digital payment innovation and financial inclusion across Francophone Africa.
Modern, Scalable, and Secure Payment Infrastructure
The key benefits of OpenWay's Way4 platform for banks and fintechs in Francophone Africa include enabling digital-first, real-time, 24/7 payment services that support faster, always-on transactions crucial for financial inclusion and modernization.
The platform boasts a flexible, configurable architecture that accelerates time-to-market and can be deployed with minimal custom development, making it suitable for rapidly evolving and diverse markets.
Local Support and Flexibility
OpenWay has established a local team in Francophone North Africa for tailored support to clients in Morocco and Tunisia. The local team aims to co-create impact with clients and support their mission to deliver inclusive, secure, and future-ready payment experiences.
The local team is reinforced by OpenWay's global delivery expertise and a deep bench of industry specialists. This local presence is further enhanced by collaboration with partners and professionals from Sub-Saharan Africa, ensuring regional relevance and cultural proximity.
Proven Success in African Markets
OpenWay has already been chosen by financial leaders in Africa such as Equity Bank in Kenya and SanuPay in Ethiopia. This partnership will support the bank's digital transformation roadmap, making Way4 available to banks and fintechs across Morocco and Tunisia.
The proven success in African markets demonstrates OpenWay's effectiveness in supporting domestic credit card launches and digital payment transformation, which builds confidence for Francophone African banks and fintechs.
Seamless Scalability and Enterprise-Grade Security
The Way4 platform allows institutions to expand their operations without functional constraints and to grow with the payments ecosystem in Africa and beyond. It also offers enterprise-grade security, reliability, and compliance that meet regional regulatory requirements and support secure digital financial services, critical for trust and stability in local ecosystems.
A Step Forward in Digital Transformation
Jean-Philippe Wolyniec, Regional Sales Director at OpenWay, expresses pride in the community journey in Africa. This expansion into Francophone Africa marks a significant step forward in OpenWay's mission to drive digital transformation and financial inclusion across the continent.
With its modern, scalable, and secure payment infrastructure, combined with local support and flexibility, OpenWay's Way4 platform is poised to play a crucial role in shaping the digital payments landscape in Francophone Africa.
The Way4 platform, with its modern, scalable, and secure features, empowers banks and fintechs in Francophone Africa to offer digital-first, real-time, 24/7 payment services, enhancing financial inclusion and business operations. The local team established by OpenWay in Francophone North Africa offers tailored support, ensuring cultural relevance while co-creating impact with clients. Furthermore, OpenWay's proven success in African markets, such as partnerships with Equity Bank and SanuPay, demonstrates its ability to support digital transformation and financial inclusion on a continental scale.
