Boosting digital payments in francophone Africa

Network International, a leading digital commerce enabler across the Middle East and Africa, has strengthened its strategic collaboration with Orabank Group, the largest banking group in Francophone Africa, to advance the bank’s prepaid and agent banking services

This partnership marks a key step in improving the banking experience for Orabank Group's customers while driving its digital transformation through innovative solutions. Network will leverage its expertise to enhance Orabank’s competitiveness in Francophone markets, introducing advanced payment technologies to boost consumer confidence and convenience.

Ferdinand Ngon Kemoum, group CEO of Orabank Group, commented, “We are excited to embark on this new growth phase through our strategic partnership with Network International. By utilising Network’s expertise, we are shaping the future of Francophone Africa’s digital payment landscape with innovative products and services that accelerate our digital payment transformation. This delivers an enhanced experience for our customers and highlights our key role in the financial market.”

Dr Reda Helal, group managing director – processing, Africa, and co-head group processing at Network International, added, “We are delighted to extend our strategic collaboration with Orabank Group, focusing on transforming digital payments within the prepaid and agent banking sectors. Implementing Network’s advanced solutions underscores the bank’s influence in the Francophone market, delivering superior payment experiences. We’re eager to seize the opportunities ahead and reach new levels of success together.”