Interswitch and ACI Worldwide Host High-Profile Event to Boost Africa’s Digital Payment Ecosystem

Interswitch, a leading African payments and digital commerce company, recently partnered with ACI Worldwide, a global leader in real-time payments software, to host a customer engagement session at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos.

The event highlighted their roles in transforming the African payment landscape through innovative solutions and strategies aimed at enhancing digital payments.

Industry experts discussed leveraging technology to unlock business opportunities, scale operations, and drive growth. Mitchell Elegbe, Founder and Group Managing Director of Interswitch Group, praised the partnership’s contributions to Nigeria’s digital payment ecosystem, noting how it has streamlined processes, enhanced security, and promoted financial inclusion.

Santhosh Rao, Vice President of MEASA at ACI Worldwide, emphasized ACI’s commitment to innovation and supporting business growth in Africa. “Our vision is to empower institutions with technologies that enhance efficiency, deepen financial inclusion, and elevate customer experiences,” Rao said.

Jonah Adams, Managing Director of Digital Infrastructure and Managed Services (Interswitch Systegra), highlighted the importance of collaboration in unlocking the pan-African payments ecosystem. “Key partnerships can boost commerce and drive economic growth across Africa,” Adams stated.

The event included interactive sessions where participants engaged with Interswitch and ACI professionals, exploring ACI’s payment solutions and discussing their benefits. The session also provided valuable networking opportunities with industry leaders and potential business partners.

Interswitch and ACI Worldwide’s event underscored their commitment to redefining Africa’s payments landscape, fostering collaboration to build a robust, secure, and inclusive ecosystem for the continent’s financial future.