Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company has been named ‘Fintech of the Year’ at the African Banker Awards, held in Nairobi, Kenya, on the sidelines of the African Development Bank Annual Meetings. This recognition highlights Flutterwave’s contributions to the financial technology sector and its unwavering commitment to fostering economic growth and financial inclusion across the African continent.

The African Banker Awards, known for celebrating excellence and best practices in the African banking and financial system, recognizes and celebrates companies and individuals who have set new standards of innovation, growth, and impact in the industry. While naming Flutterwave the Fintech of the Year, the award recognises Flutterwave’s innovative solutions, customer-centric approach, and its role in transforming how businesses and consumers transact on the African continent.

Flutterwave has revolutionized the payment landscape in Africa by providing seamless, secure, and reliable payment services. The company supports multinational businesses expanding into Africa as well as African businesses aiming to compete globally. Flutterwave’s solutions accommodate various payment methods, including mobile money, cards, and bank transfers, enabling businesses to operate efficiently and scale quickly.

This recognition comes off the back of Flutterwave being listed on the CNBC’s Disruptor 50 list and the Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies list.

"We are incredibly honoured to receive this prestigious award," said Olugbenga Agboola, Founder and CEO, Flutterwave. "This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and creativity of the entire team at Flutterwave. It also reaffirms our mission to simplify payments for endless possibilities and we remain committed to building solutions that enable multinationals to expand in and within Africa, and also supporting African companies to compete globally."