EP 19: The Payments Ecosystem in Africa -Unpacking the impact, challenges and opportunities that are changing the financial landscape.

About this episode

This episode explores the payments ecosystem in Africa, discussing its impact, challenges, and opportunities with guest Olusegun Otaru.

The payments ecosystem in Africa is vast and complex, with various stakeholders ranging from mobile network operators to financial institutions. Olusegun Otaru , a FINTECH Business Development Manager, joins me on this episode. We explore the Payments Ecosystem in Africa -Unpacking the Impact, Challenges and Opportunities that Are Changing the Financial Landscape.  What to expect;  Key drivers of growth in the payments ecosystem in Africa The impact of new technologies on the payments landscape in Africa Opportunities exist for entrepreneurs to capitalize on emerging trends within African markets About this episode's guests Olusegun Otaru With over a decade of experience in the FINTECH and Banking Industries, he developed a major focus on digital & electronic payment products and financial inclusion in emerging markets. His multifunctional experience across sales and business development has allowed him to succeed as an individual contributor and team leader. Throughout his career, he has successfully led innovative product initiatives that delivered company-wide digital transformation, operational & cost efficiency, and customer success for financial…

People in this episode

Host: Evangel Oputa

Guest: Olusegun Otaru

Topics covered

• payments ecosystem
• Africa
• FINTECH
• financial inclusion
• digital payments

Keywords

• growth drivers
• new technologies
• entrepreneurial opportunities

Mentioned in this episode

Products: digital payment products

Books & works: the Payments Ecosystem in Africa

Places: Africa, EMEA

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