Africa isn't one market.

Each country and region has its nuances, and so do the different payment channels, currencies, and gateways in those regions. For digital businesses in Africa that want to accept online payments, the question is: which payment gateway and solution should you choose? This depends on several factors, including your location and specific business needs.

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In this blog post, we'll guide you through 12 payment gateways across Africa, their products, what makes them stand out, and the countries and currencies they operate in. This isn't a comparison or ranking. Think of it as a guide to help you find the right payment solution for your business. 

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12 payment gateways for digital businesses in Africa (West, East, South and North Africa)

West Africa

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1. Kora

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Kora is present in Nigeria, Ghana, Egypt, Kenya, Côte d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and South Africa.

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It's great for businesses that need all the tools to grow and scale across Africa under one suite without switching dashboards and juggling multiple integrations.
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Picture this: An e-commerce platform wanting to serve customers in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa would need separate integrations and contracts with local payment processors in each country. And then for Identity verification services, card issuing services and multi-currency settlements, they’d need to integrate with different providers as well. Each integration means weeks or even months of development work, separate compliance processes, and ongoing maintenance overhead that slows down a growing business.
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Worse still, managing customer support is often a maze for most when transactions fail or compliance issues arise. With Kora, businesses can access great support, and all the products and tools they need in one suite.

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Pay-ins and collections
Kora's collection payment methods span across Africa. Whether your customers prefer to pay with bank transfers, international cards, local mobile money wallets like MTN Mobile Money and Airtel Money, or virtual accounts, Kora handles it all. 

Kora’s checkout solution stands out for its responsiveness across devices and ease of integration. You can integrate Kora with comprehensive API documentation that makes developer onboarding seamless. For businesses without a dedicated engineering team, Kora offers no-code or low-code tools to collect payments. 

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Payouts and disbursements
For digital marketplaces, gig economy platforms, and fintech applications, Kora's payout infrastructure enables instant disbursements to bank accounts and mobile wallets across multiple African countries and currencies.  

Whether you're paying freelancers, processing merchant settlements, or handling customer refunds, the Kora payment engine supports both single and bulk payout operations with real-time tracking and reporting.

The Bulk Payout feature helps you save time by sending payments to multiple accounts simultaneously, and it’s accessible through both the dashboard and APIs. 

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Card Issuing
For digital businesses, Kora's card issuing APIs enable companies to create branded virtual USD cards for their customers.

This helps fintech startups, neobanks, and digital platforms looking to expand their product offerings. Instead of building expensive card infrastructure from scratch, businesses can leverage Kora's APIs to issue cards with customizable spending limits, real-time transaction monitoring, and full branding control.

For B2B applications, Kora's Reserved Virtual Card (Corporate Cards) solutions help businesses manage expense management with granular spending controls. With it, businesses can create cards for various teams and purposes. 

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Identity verification suite
We built compliance and fraud prevention into Kora's core infrastructure through comprehensive Identity APIs. 
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With Kora, you can verify customers and conduct KYC across Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, and Kenya, handling everything from National ID verification to Know-your-business validation. This integrated approach means you maintain compliance across multiple jurisdictions without managing separate verification providers.
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The identity suite supports various documentation types, including South African ID numbers, Kenyan National IDs and passports, Ghanaian voter cards and driver's licenses, as well as Nigerian BVN, NIN, and international passport verification. This comprehensive coverage eliminates the complexity of country-specific compliance requirements.
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Settle in your preferred currency
With Kora, you can accept payments in any currency and settle in the currency of your choice. For example, you can accept payments in Ghanaian Cedis or Kenyan Shillings and receive settlements in their preferred currency, all while maintaining instant settlement capabilities that provide faster access to funds.

Security

Kora prioritises enterprise-grade security to protect merchants from all kinds of risks and attacks. Also, we’re PCI DSS compliant alongside ISO 27001 and ISO 22301 certifications, ensuring that security and operational resilience meet international standards. You can also protect your dashboard using Multi-factor authentication and IP whitelisting.  
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Get the support you need when you need it

What truly differentiates Kora is our "All The Support You Need™" approach.

In addition to an excellent API documentation, Kora provides dedicated technical and non-technical support throughout the integration process and ongoing operations. This way, whenever you run into a snag, we’re always there to resolve it for you.  We understand that digital businesses need more than just working APIs—they need strategic guidance for scaling across African markets.

2. Flutterwave

Flutterwave launched in 2016 to solve cross-border payment challenges. The platform focuses heavily on enabling African businesses to transact with the global economy. Major platforms like Uber, Booking.com, and Wise use Flutterwave to process their payments in Africa. Flutterwave is currently licensed in countries like Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Malawi, Uganda, Egypt, Mozambique, Senegal, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia and other countries.

This makes Flutterwave one of the, if not the most, licensed Fintech in Africa.

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Their products
Core offerings include payment collection, money transfers, payment links, invoicing, e-commerce store creation, virtual/physical card issuing, business capital (Nigeria-only), and Fintech-as-a-Service (FaaS) infrastructure. Additional products include business growth tools and consumer financial apps.
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Payment methods
Flutterwave supports 15+ payment options, including debit/credit cards, bank transfers, mobile money (M-Pesa), POS systems, VISA QR, USSD, and accepts 30+ currencies.
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Pricing
Available on their pricing page. 
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What makes them stand out
Flutterwave differentiates through its Africa-first approach, offering deep local market understanding and mobile money integration crucial for African commerce. Their comprehensive ecosystem extends beyond payments to include business capital, card issuing, and e-commerce platform creation. The standout FaaS platform enables other businesses to build financial products with APIs for KYC, account opening, and branded card issuance.

They're purpose-built for African markets while maintaining international capabilities, making them a bridge between local African payment preferences and global financial systems.

3. Paystack

Paystack is known for developer-friendly documentation and a clean user experience. They became the first Nigerian company accepted into Y Combinator in 2016 and were acquired by Stripe for over $200 million in 2020.

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What makes Paystack stand out is how quickly it enables startups to get up and running. They have a stack of no-code tools that’s fantastic for e-commerce, allowing businesses to sell without a website.

Their products
Core payment processing with online and offline capabilities, Paystack Terminal (POS systems for in-person payments), Paystack Commerce (free e-commerce tools and customizable selling links), and a comprehensive API suite for fintech companies building savings, lending, insurance, and mobile wallet applications.

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Payment methods
They support cards, bank accounts, bank transfers, USSD, Apple Pay, Visa QR, mobile money, and POS systems. 

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Pricing
Zero integration and maintenance fees with transparent per-transaction pricing. They offer bulk volume discounts for high-volume merchants. Country-specific pricing is available for Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya, and Côte d'Ivoire on their pricing page.

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What makes them stand out
Paystack's primary differentiator is industry-leading transaction success rates achieved through direct bank integrations with Nigeria's largest banks (near-100% success for many card transactions) and intelligent routing technology that automatically selects optimal payment pathways. As a Stripe company, they combine global expertise with deep African market knowledge. Their Paystack Terminal offers sophisticated in-person payment experiences.

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East Africa

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4. Pesapal

Pesapal is an East African payment gateway with strong presence in Kenya.

The company empowers businesses in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia and Rwanda with comprehensive online and offline payment solutions, positioning itself as a growth enabler for African businesses.

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Their products
Payment gateway API with plugins for major e-commerce platforms, Pesapal Sabi POS systems, online invoicing, payment links, event ticketing platform (Ticketsasa), hotel booking engine (Reserveport), Oracle hospitality integrations, mobile card terminals, and virtual terminal solutions for zero-hardware in-person payments.

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Payment methods
They support M-Pesa, Airtel Money, Africell, MTN mobile money, Visa, Mastercard, American Express cards, bank transfers, USSD, and digital wallet payments through integrated POS systems and online channels.

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Pricing
Quote-based. 

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What makes them stand out
Pesapal's key differentiator is its comprehensive ecosystem approach, offering specialised solutions for specific industries, including hospitality, events, and e-commerce, rather than just basic payment processing. 

The company provides Oracle Validated integrations for hospitality systems (OPERA, Suite8, Micros RES), demonstrating industry-specific expertise. Their Ticketsasa platform offers end-to-end event management with bar-coded tickets and fraud protection features. Pesapal's focus on East African markets across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda enables optimised mobile money integration, particularly with M-Pesa support. 

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5. Tingg by Cellulant

Tingg is an African payment gateway platform by Cellulant that facilitates simple, fast and secure payments across Africa.

The platform serves over 150M+ consumers and processes transactions across 35+ countries through partnerships with 300+ organisations, including banks, mobile network operators, and aggregators.

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Their products
Tingg Checkout 3.0 for online payment processing across 25 countries, Tingg Payouts for fund disbursement across 35 countries, Tingg Engage for transactional alerts and messaging, Instore proximity payment service for physical stores without costly hardware, Payment Pages for social media businesses, Payment Links for automated payment collection, and CMS plugins including WordPress integration.

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Payment methods
Mobile money across 46+ operators in 10 countries, credit cards, bank transfers, bank account payments, USSD, QR codes, with multi-currency support. The platform supports collections across 25 countries for Checkout and payouts across 35 countries.

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Pricing
Quote-based pricing.  

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What makes them stand out
Tingg's key differentiator is its comprehensive single integration approach across Africa, eliminating multiple payment provider relationships through one contract, settlement, and integration point.

The platform offers both online and offline solutions without requiring costly hardware, with customizable branding and unified dashboard management. Tingg emphasises simplicity with easy API integration, real-time processing, split payments, comprehensive reporting, and multi-currency support with forex management, making it suitable for businesses operating across African markets. Their Africa-focused approach allows for optimised mobile money integration and personalised customer service with a deep understanding of local payment preferences.

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6. Clickpesa

ClickPesa is a Tanzanian payment gateway licensed by the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) to provide Payment System Services in Mainland Tanzania and Tanzania Zanzibar. The platform streamlines payment processes for businesses by offering comprehensive payment collection and disbursement solutions with minimal integration requirements.

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Their products
ClickPesa Checkout for seamless payment acceptance with minimal integration, E-invoice for digital invoicing with connected checkout pages, Payment Pages for web-based payment collection, Bulk Payouts supporting up to 5,000 payouts at once, Mobile Money Payment API for USSD-PUSH requests, Card Payment API for major card processors, Bank Payout API, Mobile Money Payout API, CRM system, WooCommerce Checkout Plugin, and Webshop solutions.

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Payment methods
Mobile money (M-Pesa, Airtel Money, Mixx by Yas/Tigo Pesa, HaloPesa), credit/debit cards, bank transfers, and bank payouts to all Tanzanian banks including NMB, CRDB, and GTBank.

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Pricing
Country-specific pricing is available on their pricing page.

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What makes them stand out
ClickPesa's key differentiator is its Tanzania-focused approach with deep local market integration, particularly strong mobile money support across all major Tanzanian operators. The platform offers both online and offline payment solutions, addressing scenarios where internet access may be limited. ClickPesa provides a complete merchant ecosystem with a web-based dashboard, API integrations, user permission levels, and transaction data export capabilities for accounting software integration. The platform emphasises automation with self-initiated settlement, real-time reconciliation, and detailed transaction tracking, making it particularly suitable for businesses requiring efficient payment processing and disbursement in the Tanzanian market.

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South Africa

6. Stitch

Stitch is a South African enterprise payment gateway and orchestration platform that offers comprehensive payment solutions for businesses. Built for enterprise scale, Stitch enables businesses to accept and manage payments across all local payment methods through a single, flexible integration with industry-leading client support and ISO 27001 + PCI DSS Level 1 certification.

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Their products
Online payments gateway with customizable hosted pages, flexible modules, and API-only integration options, In-person payments for card-present transactions and alternative methods at POS, Payment orchestration API for managing pay-ins, payouts and reconciliation across methods and providers, Payouts for reliable 24/7/365 disbursements, Unified commerce for combining online and offline payments, Collections with DebiCheck for recurring payments, Account top-ups for digital wallets, Embedded fraud solution with automatic detection and prevention, Payment optimization, and Stitch Express for e-commerce platforms like Shopify and WooCommerce.

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Payment methods
Pay by Bank for seamless bank-to-bank transfers, credit and debit cards with optimised flows, all local South African payment methods through one integration, with support for both once-off and recurring transactions.

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Pricing Quote based.

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What makes them stand out
Stitch's key differentiator is its enterprise-focused, all-in-one payments ecosystem that combines payment gateway, orchestration, and fraud prevention capabilities in a single platform. The company offers true unified commerce by enabling businesses to manage both online and in-person payments through one provider with a centralised dashboard and streamlined reporting. Their embedded fraud solution is trained on high-volume transaction data across multiple industries, including dispute data from all major South African banks.

7. Yoco

Yoco is a South African payment solutions company that provides comprehensive payment solutions for small to medium businesses. They offer both online and in-person payment acceptance through card machines, payment gateway, invoicing, and payment links, all managed through a unified ecosystem.

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Their products
Yoco Gateway for online payment processing with website integration, Yoco Counter (all-in-one POS system with 12" HD touchscreen and integrated Neo Touch payments), card machines including Neo Touch (R999), Khumo (R699), and Khumo Print (R1499), Yoco Invoices for unlimited professional invoicing, Yoco Payment Links for payment collection via chat/social media, Yoco App for business management, Yoco Capital for business funding, and Accelerate program for lower transaction fees and priority support.

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Payment methods
Credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard), Apple Pay, Google Pay, Instant EFT, and American Express, with support for both online and card-present transactions. All payment methods are accessible through a single integration point across online and offline channels.

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Pricing
Available on their pricing page. 

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What makes them stand out
Yoco's key differentiator is its comprehensive ecosystem approach designed specifically for small to medium-sized South African businesses, offering true unified commerce where online and in-person sales are reconciled together in one platform. The platform emphasises simplicity with a 5-minute setup, industry-leading uptime, real-time fraud monitoring, and no recurring fees beyond connectivity. 

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8. Ozow

Ozow is a South African payment gateway with over 10 years of experience in payment processing, licensed as a Systems Operator and Third-Party Payments Provider with the Payments Association of South Africa.

The company provides secure, fast payment solutions for businesses through bank-to-bank transfers, card payments, and various digital payment methods, emphasising trust, security, and seamless integrations.

Their products
Pay by Bank for instant bank-to-bank transfers, OneBlink Payments with biometric authentication for frictionless transactions, Card Payments for secure credit and debit card processing, Ozow Payouts for automated EFT disbursements to all major South African banks, Refunds for direct bank account returns, PayShap Request for instant payments up to R5000, Voucher Redemption for secure digital payment alternatives, bank-specific solutions including Capitec Pay, Nedbank Direct EFT, and Absa Pay, comprehensive API integrations, and payment system plugins.

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Payment methods
Pay by Bank (bank-to-bank transfers), credit and debit cards with 3D Secure authentication, PayShap for instant payments up to R5000 with over 4.5 million ShapIDs, voucher redemptions as secure alternatives to cash and cards, and bank-specific payment methods through direct integrations with Capitec, Nedbank, and Absa. All payment methods support both online and mobile transactions with biometric authentication options.

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Pricing
Competitive blended rates across the complete payment suite with customised pricing based on business size and needs. Specific fee structures are available through direct consultation, with the company offering tailored solutions for both large and small businesses. No setup fees mentioned for basic integrations.

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What makes them different
Ozow's key differentiator is its comprehensive focus on secure bank-to-bank payment solutions combined with over 10 years of proven experience in the South African market. The platform offers unique OneBlink biometric authentication, enabling frictionless payments with multiple account storage under one profile and one account access across all merchants. Their strong regulatory compliance includes PCI-DSS Level 1 certification and licensing with the Payments Association of South Africa, despite not processing credit cards directly. Ozow emphasises security through end-to-end encryption, GDPR and POPIA compliance, and continuous independent security testing.

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9. Onafriq (formerly MFS Africa)

Onafriq is Africa's largest digital payments network, headquartered in London at 51 Eastcheap, providing comprehensive payment solutions across Africa. The company enables money transfers, remittances, bulk payments, collections, and disbursements through a unified platform that connects 1 billion mobile money users across Africa, with a global reach extending to Europe, the US, and China. Onafriq serves banks, fintechs, payment service providers, enterprises, MTOs, and development organisations.

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Their products
Remittance & Bulk Payment APIs for money transfers to bank accounts, mobile wallets, and cash pickup partners across Africa, Card Collections API enabling PSPs to offer credit and debit card payment acceptance, Mobile Collections API for mobile wallet payments, Portal Payments API for seamless fund and airtime transfers, Card Issuance and Processing services with virtual and physical prepaid cards, Agent Banking services through Baxi network in Nigeria with over 460,000 agents, Treasury Services providing multi-currency access and FX management, VAS Products API for reselling digital products like mobile top-ups and e-vouchers, and comprehensive developer tools with RESTful APIs.

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Payment methods
Mobile wallet payments across 1 billion mobile money users in Africa, credit and debit card payments, bank account transfers, cash pickup remittances through agent networks, multi-currency transactions with competitive FX rates, and card-to-wallet interoperability enabling customers to fund prepaid cards directly via mobile money wallets. The platform supports both synchronous and asynchronous payment processing with real-time transaction capabilities.

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Pricing
Custom pricing available through direct consultation and demo booking.

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What makes them different
Onafriq's key differentiator is its position as Africa's largest digital payments network with unparalleled reach to 1 billion mobile money users across the continent, combined with global connectivity to Europe, the US, and China. The platform offers true interoperability between cards and mobile money through strategic partnerships like Visa Pay, enabling seamless cross-platform transactions. Their comprehensive infrastructure includes over 460,000 agents through the Baxi network in Nigeria, covering all 36 states, providing extensive offline payment capabilities. 

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North Africa
10. Fawry

Fawry is one of the leading e-payment platforms in Egypt. It serves as the backbone for much of the country's digital economy, connecting consumers, businesses, and financial institutions through a massive network that bridges the gap between the cash economy and digital payments. 

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For businesses targeting Egypt, Fawry offers an unparalleled infrastructure that combines online payment processing with extensive offline reach.

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Their products
Fawry’s ecosystem is vast, moving far beyond simple payment processing. Their suite includes Fawry Accept (Online Checkout, Payment Links, and Smart POS systems) , and Agent Banking Services that allow businesses to perform KYC, customer acquisition, and cash-in/out operations on behalf of banks. For supply chain operations, they offer the E-ordering Market Place and Mandoobi app, which digitise orders and payments between FMCG companies and merchants. They also provide Microfinance and SME financing solutions (including the Tamweelak app) for working capital, as well as Payroll software and Loyalty program management.

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Payment methods
Fawry excels at offering a "phygital" experience. They support Credit/Debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Meeza), Mobile Wallets, Apple Pay, and Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) options like Valu and banking instalments. Crucially, they support FawryPay Reference Codes, allowing customers to order online and pay with Cash at one of Fawry’s thousands of retail points or FawryPlus branches.

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Pricing
Quote-based. 

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What makes them stand out
Fawry’s primary differentiator is its dominance in the Egyptian market and its ability to digitise the cash economy. While most gateways focus solely on digital transactions, Fawry’s Agent Banking and Retail Network enables digital businesses to accept cash payments from unbanked customers in person—a critical feature in Egypt. Their ecosystem is also deeply integrated into business operations; their Supply Chain solutions don't just process payments but manage the entire ordering cycle between manufacturers and merchants. Additionally, their Microfinance arm provides actual capital and loans to SMEs, making them a financial partner rather than just a payment processor. With licenses from the Central Bank of Egypt and PCI-DSS compliance, they offer the regulatory stability required for large-scale enterprise operations.

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11. Xpay

XPay positions itself not just as a payment gateway, but as a strategic growth partner for Egyptian businesses. They focus heavily on solving the operational headaches that plague local merchants—specifically, delayed payouts, complex dashboards, and impersonal support. Whether for a solopreneur selling on social media or an enterprise needing deep ERP integration, XPay offers a suite designed to make financial operations predictable and human-centric.

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Their products
Their flagship Direct Orders / Payment Links solution allows businesses to collect payments without a website, generating unique URLs for email or social media sharing. For larger operations, the Direct Order APIs enable seamless integration of payment link generation directly into existing ERP, CRM, or CMS systems. Additionally, they offer a specialized Event Management & Ticketing Platform that handles everything from event creation and multi-tier ticket sales to usher management and QR code verification.

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Payment methods
XPay supports a wide range of local and international payment methods, including Visa, Mastercard, Meeza cards, and Mobile Wallets. Their platform is designed to offer a seamless checkout experience across both desktop and mobile devices.

Pricing
XPay emphasises a Zero Subscription Fee model, charging only for transactions, making it accessible for businesses to get started immediately without upfront costs.

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What makes them stand out
XPay differentiates itself through what they call "Support You Can Feel." Unlike providers that rely on chatbots and ticket queues, XPay provides dedicated account managers and real human support to help merchants navigate technical issues or seasonal peaks like Ramadan. They also tackle the critical issue of cash flow unpredictability by offering consistent twice-weekly settlements, giving businesses the financial rhythm they need to restock and grow. Their Event Management platform is another unique value add, offering a complete vertical solution for organisers rather than just a payment checkpoint. Fully certified by the Central Bank of Egypt and PCI-DSS Level 1 compliant, they combine the security of a bank with the agility of a fintech.

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12. Konnect

Konnect positions itself as the "single partner for your transactions," designed to democratise digital payments in Tunisia. It targets the entire spectrum of the market—from freelancers and solopreneurs to SMEs and large enterprises—with a promise of simplicity, speed, and transparency. For businesses entering the Tunisian market, Konnect offers a streamlined path to accepting payments without the traditional bureaucratic hurdles.

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Their products

Payment links: A no-code solution allowing merchants to generate secure links in just three clicks. These can be shared via SMS, WhatsApp, Messenger, or email, enabling businesses to collect payments without a website. Online payment API: A secure, developer-friendly API for custom e-commerce integrations, offering real-time transaction tracking and consolidated revenue monitoring. CMS modules: Ready-to-use plugins for major platforms like WordPress (WooCommerce), PrestaShop, Magento, WHMCS, and Drupal, allowing for quick installation without coding. Konnect Planet: A unique CSR program that allows merchants and customers to contribute a fraction of transactions (starting from 0.1%) toward reforestation projects in Tunisia.

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Payment methods
Konnect aggregates the most critical payment methods for the Tunisian market:

National cards, bank transfers and wallets.

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Pricing
Available on their pricing page. 

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What makes them stand out
Konnect’s most distinct differentiator is Konnect Planet, a built-in environmental initiative. It enables businesses to automate contributions to planting trees (such as Carob and Oak) in Tunisia, allowing merchants to turn every transaction into a positive environmental action—a powerful branding tool for modern businesses. Operationally, they stand out for speed and accessibility. While traditional banking integrations can take weeks, Konnect allows businesses to create an account in minutes and generate a payment link immediately. Their dashboard provides consolidated real-time tracking of turnover across all channels, and they offer automated fund transfers to merchant bank accounts, simplifying cash flow management for growing businesses.

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How Kora helps you scale across Africa

Scaling a digital business across Africa often means managing a chaotic web of local processors, compliance vendors, and disjointed settlement accounts. Kora replaces this fragmentation with a single, unified suite accessible through one API integration.

Instead of months of development, Kora provides every tool you need to grow:

• Pay-ins: Accept payments via cards, mobile money, and bank transfers with high success rates.
• Payouts: Instantly disburse funds to accounts and wallets across the continent, handling bulk settlements at scale.
• Card Issuing: Issue branded virtual USD cards for customers or corporate cards for internal expense control.
• Identity: Built-in KYC and KYB verification across key markets like Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa eliminates the need for separate compliance vendors.
• Settlement: Accept local currencies and settle in your preferred currency, giving you control over revenue flow.

Backed by enterprise-grade security (PCI DSS Level 1, ISO certifications), Kora stands out with its "All The Support You Need™" approach. You receive dedicated technical and strategic guidance throughout your journey, ensuring you have a true partner to help navigate the nuances of African commerce.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best checkout solution to accept African mobile money and global cards in Africa?

Kora’s Checkout is a leading choice because it unifies global cards (Visa, Mastercard) and local mobile money (MTN, Airtel) into a single integration. It offers high success rates, supports multi-currency settlements, and provides a seamless user experience for customers across the continent.

What is the most popular payment gateway in Africa?

‍The landscape is fragmented by region. Kora, Paystack and Flutterwave are dominant in West Africa, while Fawry leads in Egypt. In East Africa, Pesapal dominates. However, for pan-African operations, Kora is great because you can use the payment engine to expand to different countries in Africa.
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Is Kora available in South Africa and Egypt?

‍Yes, Kora supports businesses in both South Africa and Egypt. It enables businesses to accept local payments (such as EFTs in South Africa or Mobile Money in Egypt) and settle in their preferred currency. 
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Can businesses in Kenya use Kora?

‍Yes, Kora is fully operational in Kenya. It supports popular local payment methods, such as M-Pesa and Airtel Money, enabling Kenyan businesses to easily accept payments and settle in Shillings or other preferred currencies.
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Can global businesses expand to Africa with Kora?

‍ Absolutely. Kora is built to help global businesses scale into Africa without managing multiple local entities. Its single API allows you to accept payments, make payouts, and settle in your preferred currency from one dashboard.
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Which type of businesses does Kora support?

‍ Kora supports a wide range of digital businesses, including e-commerce stores, fintech startups, gig economy platforms, and digital marketplaces. Whether you need to process customer pay-ins, handle bulk payouts to freelancers, or issue virtual cards, Kora’s infrastructure supports your business model.

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