By Juliet Umeh

To recognize its contributions to the financial technology industry, fintech, an integrated payments and digital commerce company, Interswitch, has emerged as a double winner at the African Fintech Summit, AFTS, Excellence Awards, clinching the Fintech of the Year and Excellence in Payments awards.

The Fintech of the Year award recognizes outstanding achievements in fintech, including product innovation, market impact, and overall contribution to the growth of the industry.

The Excellence in Payments award honors companies that have demonstrated innovation, efficiency, and a significant impact on the African payments landscape.

Interswitch’s success in winning both the Fintech of the Year and Excellence in Payments awards highlights its commitment to innovation, excellence, and empowering individuals and businesses in Africa. The company’s contributions to the fintech industry, such as its advanced payment solutions and strong digital infrastructure, have been recognized.

Since its inception in 2018, AFTS has evolved into a premier gathering of industry leaders, players, innovators, and investors, showcasing the latest advancements in financial technology from across the continent.

Founder and Group Managing Director of Interswitch, Mitchell Elegbe, said:”We are honored to receive these prestigious awards. They are a testament to the hard work, dedication, and innovation of the entire Interswitch team, as well as the trust and support of our customers and partners.

“We remain firm in our commitment to empowering individuals and businesses across Africa through cutting-edge financial technology solutions. These awards serve as validation of our efforts to push the boundaries of innovation and create a more inclusive financial ecosystem as we inspire Africa to greatness,” Elegbe said.

For over two decades, Interswitch has pioneered fintech solutions in Africa, including the launch of Verve Card, a leading domestic payment card, and Quickteller, a popular consumer digital payments platform. The company continues to evolve and invest in research and development to deliver innovative products and services that meet the evolving needs of African consumers and businesses.