offering Naira payouts , we can provide a service that is safe , convenient and fast . We are working to bring an end to the era of consumers resorting to informal markets with uncertain security and significant time lags ."

Leveraging a robust and scalable technology platform , built in collaboration with its in-country partner , Mukuru connects to 16 banks in Nigeria through a single API integration , facilitating immediate fund transfers . " Our advanced technology allows us to meet the demands of new markets easily and swiftly ," added Tizirai . " With this tech , we are not just showing how our platform is future-proof , but also ensuring that we can replicate and adapt our technology as per country-specific requirements catering for varying partner integrations and customer solutions .

“ This offering reinforces the importance of partnerships to unlock opportunities for growth and empower our customers by offering them a wide range of financial services options , enabling them to choose a product that best meets their needs ."

To use this feature , customers can sign up through various channels such as

WhatsApp , the Mukuru mobile app or through field ambassadors . Once registered , customers can create an order and make payment for that order through our various pay-in options such as retail partners , Mukuru locations and Banks . The funds are then immediately available in the recipient ’ s Naira bank account .

“ This new feature is intuitive and provides a hassle-free experience . Prior to this , I was reliant on using a USSD system from the banks in Nigeria ,” explained Mukuru employee and customer , Prince Obinwa Okafor . “ There were numerous challenges in collecting www . intelligentfin . tech

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