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Optasia expands merchant lending to Gabon and South Sudan
Optasia has launched a merchant lending service and expanded into Gabon and South Sudan, targeting the MSME credit gap in Africa. The move is part of a wider fintech trend towards providing credit solutions alongside payments, as seen with similar merchant-focused products from established banks like Nigeria's FirstBank.
2 days ago
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South Sudan Central Bank Engages FSD on East Africa Payment System
The Central Bank of South Sudan is exploring the creation of a cross-border payment system for East Africa through discussions with development agency FSD Africa. This initiative aligns with broader regional efforts to enhance financial interoperability and support trade under the AfCFTA framework.
about 2 months ago