Flutterwave wins payments award

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, was recently honoured for its excellence in Cross-Border Payments at the 2025 Africa Tech Summit, held from 12 to 13 February in Nairobi, Kenya

The Africa Tech Summit awards recognise the most innovative and impactful technology solutions driving digital transformation across various sectors in Africa. As the continent continues to develop cutting-edge solutions to address its digital challenges, these awards highlight businesses that are shaping Africa’s technology ecosystem.

By awarding Flutterwave the Cross-Border category, ATS acknowledges the company’s dedication to bridging Africa with the world through seamless payment solutions. This recognition follows a series of prestigious accolades Flutterwave received in 2024. These include Fast Company’s “Most Innovative Company for Europe, Middle East, and Africa”, the “Financial Services Infrastructure Innovation Award” at the International Financial Inclusion Conference, and “Fintech of the Year” at the Africa Banker Awards.

Expanding Reach and Impact

In 2024, Flutterwave achieved remarkable milestones, with 48% of businesses on its platform receiving payments from new geographic locations in industries such as remittance, hospitality, and travel.

The company also extended its footprint to over 30 countries, including Ghana, Malawi, Uganda, and Zambia. Additionally, it secured more than 30 new Money Transmitter Licences (MTL) in the U.S. and formed strategic partnerships with global financial institutions like American Express, further expanding payment options for businesses and individuals across African markets.

Flutterwave’s continued recognition and expansion solidify its role as a leader in Africa’s fintech space. By providing a robust and scalable payment infrastructure, it empowers businesses to thrive in Africa while seamlessly expanding their global reach.

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