Network International (Network) has been appointed Airtel Africa’s payment processor. Operating in 14 African nations, Airtel Africa is a well-known provider of mobile money and telecommunications services.
Through this alliance, Airtel will be able to continue providing cutting-edge cellular services across the continent and beyond. Airtel Africa will have the resources needed to spur innovation, successfully negotiate the rapidly evolving landscape of digital banking, and deliver unparalleled value to its stakeholders and customers thanks to their collaboration with Network International.
Dr. Reda Helal, Group Managing Director, Processing, Africa, and Co-Head Group Processing at Network International, commented, “Our collaboration with Airtel marks a major milestone for our outsourced payments services in Africa. It demonstrates our ability to successfully serve mobile network operators (MNOs) via our fully-fledged processing solutions and our continued dedication and commitment to the African region. We are excited to support Airtel’s growth strategy and its business development plans for the entire continent.”
With more than 200 financial institutions it serves, more than 1.6 billion transactions are facilitated, and its expertise covers 50 countries, including 40 in Africa. Because of its extensive understanding of the African market, it is a perfect partner for Airtel Africa. Key Airtel Africa markets will see the rollout of Network International’s services, which include technical support and card issuance solutions. A wide range of services are included in this, including internal reconciliation and settlement, online fraud protection, card hosting and management, transaction processing, and online access for Airtel customers. Users of Airtel Africa will benefit from this solution’s seamless and improved customer experience, as they can effortlessly access a variety of traditional mobile services as well as new digital payment options.
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Speaking on the partnership, Ian Ferrao, Group CEO, Airtel Money, said, “We are thrilled to partner with Network International to enhance our payment processing capabilities. This collaboration will enable us to deliver a superior customer experience and drive digital financial inclusion across Africa. Network International’s proven track record and deep understanding of the African market will allow us to innovate and scale our services more effectively. Together, we will empower our users with seamless and secure payment solutions, fostering economic growth and inclusion in the communities we serve.”
