Leading African fintech platform, Chipper Cash, recently announced the expansion of its operations to Rwanda as it seeks to provide services across Africa.
The announcement was made at the inaugural Inclusive Fintech Forum, described as a worldwide platform dedicated to promoting financial inclusion and utilizing fintech for the betterment of society, held at the Kigali Convention Centre.
Chipper Cash provides Africans with a user-friendly and innovative mobile application that facilitates cross-border fund transfers, enables global payments using virtual cards, and offers investment opportunities in global stocks and cryptocurrencies. By venturing into Rwanda, Chipper Cash says it endeavors to foster connectivity among the Rwandan population through seamless and secure transactions.
Moreover, the company seeks to promote convenient accessibility to financial services while contributing to the overall economic growth of the country.
At present, the platform empowers Rwandan users to engage in transactions involving multiple currencies as well as facilitating effortless international remittances. In the near future, Chipper Cash has plans to introduce further products and services in Rwanda, expanding its offerings within the country.
These include:
- Virtual Chipper Card, which will provide people with a convenient way to shop, stream, and subscribe online, and
- Chipper for Business, a solution designed to support efficient operations for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the global marketplace
“Rwanda is located at the heart of Africa and is recognized as one of the continent’s most significant financial hubs. This makes it an ideal market for Chipper’s latest expansion. We are excited to launch Chipper Cash in Rwanda, as it is an innovative and forward-thinking market that embraces technology. With our customer-centric approach, we aim to empower individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses by providing seamless access to the financial ecosystem.”
– Jovani Ntabgoba, the Chipper Cash Country Director in Rwanda
Co-Founder and CEO, Ham Serunjogi, also commented on the company’s expansion to Rwanda saying that ‘as one of the largest consumer fintech companies in Africa, Chipper is excited to participate in and invest in Rwanda’s vibrant marketplace while democratizing access to our world-class products and services.’
Chipper Cash is currently operating in the United States and the following six African countries:
- Ghana
- Nigeria
- Uganda
- Rwanda
- South Africa
- Kenya
- United States of America
