The Evolution of Commerce: From Street Shops to Digital Ecosystems

About this episode

Ismael Belkhayat discusses the transformation of Morocco’s retail landscape through fintech solutions and the importance of financial inclusion.

In this episode, Ismael Belkhayat, Founder and CEO of Chari, discusses how he is transforming Morocco’s retail landscape through innovative fintech solutions. The conversation delves into the challenges facing small businesses, Chari’s role in advancing financial inclusion, and the significance of strategic collaborations with global partners such as Visa. For more podcasts by Visa, visit: https://km.visamiddleeast.com/en_KM/about-visa/cemea-podcast.html#1

People in this episode

Guest: Ismael Belkhayat

Topics covered

• commerce
• fintech
• retail
• financial inclusion
• small businesses
• strategic collaborations

Keywords

• commerce
• fintech
• retail
• financial inclusion
• small businesses
• Visa
• Chari

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Chari, Visa

Places: Morocco

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