Interswitch Group, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce
companies, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing a seamless and inclusive financial
ecosystem across the continent at the recently concluded Inclusive Fintech Forum 2026, which
held at the Kigali Convention Centre, in Rwanda from 10 -12 March 2026.
Speaking during a high-level session themed “Financial Centres & the Future of Cross-Border
Capital” Akeem Lawal, Managing Director, Payments Processing & Switching (Interswitch
Purepay), highlighted the critical factors shaping the next phase of financial integration across
Africa.
He noted that while rapid advancements in digital technology have made it possible for
capital to move across borders at unprecedented speed, the ultimate destination and impact of
such capital flows are determined by trust, robust infrastructure, and strategic collaboration.
According to Lawal, as Africa’s economies continue to digitize and integrate, stakeholders must
prioritize building resilient payment systems and fostering partnerships that enhance
transparency, interoperability, and shared prosperity.He emphasized that sustainable growth
in cross-border financial flows will depend not only on technological innovation but also on the
collective ability of institutions to inspire confidence and enable seamless transactions at scale.
Throughout the forum’s engagements, Interswitch, as one of Africa’s leading and pioneering
digital technology enablers reiterated its long-standing vision of fostering a prosperous and
interconnected Africa. The company continues to champion the development of a secure,
technologically advanced digital payments ecosystem designed to connect and empower
individuals, businesses, governments, and communities across the continent.
Participation at the Inclusive Fintech Forum underscores Interswitch’s strategic focus on driving
thought leadership, strengthening regional collaboration, and supporting initiatives that
accelerate financial inclusion and economic resilience.
As Africa navigates the evolving landscape of digital finance and cross-border commerce,
Interswitch remains committed to delivering innovative solutions and partnerships that unlock
opportunities for growth and shared value creation.
