Dubai, a city of innovation, business, and rich culture, has cemented its position as a global business hub for cross-border trade, continuing to attract businesses from Africa, Asia, and Europe. In 2024, the UAE achieved a record AED 3 trillion (USD 816 billion) in non-oil foreign trade, and a 14.6% increase year-on-year. In just H1 2025, the UAE achieved a record AED 1.7 trillion (USD 463 billion), highlighting its significant role in global commerce. The UAE continues to be a top destination for African and global businesses expanding into MENA.
In 2024, Flutterwave expanded into Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Turkey to support one of our longest-standing partners. We also strengthened our presence in Egypt, where we’ve operated for years, and recently launched Send App, to support Egyptians abroad in sending money back home. Our focus is on deepening our footprint in the MENA region through the UAE, which allows us to solidify our position as a truly global payments company. Enhancing our presence in the UAE positions us at the centre of both global and regional economic activities.
An Evening with Flutterwave in Dubai
We recently hosted an exclusive Happy Hour in the heart of Dubai. The evening was an opportunity to connect and explore how Flutterwave can drive business growth and the future of payments across Africa and the MENA region.
The event brought together merchants, partners, and industry leaders, including Amit, CEO of EziPay; Priyesh, Director of Africa & Middle East at Ripple; and Pankaj Kundra, GM of Network International, among others. In attendance from Flutterwave were Olugbenga Agboola, Founder/Chief Executive Officer, alongside Flutterwave’s senior leadership team, Sid Gautam, Head, Enterprise Commercial Growth, Prashant Kalia, Chief Risk & Compliance Officer, and Bridgit Antwi, Head, Strategy & Planning.
Our Commitment to Your Enterprise Growth
At Flutterwave, we have established ambitious yet clear goals for 2025, focused on servicing the enterprise segment in key markets. This aligns with our mission to connect global companies with Africans and become the payment partner of choice for both local and global enterprises. Our aim is to make it easier for businesses to grow and establish connections. As the world continues to recognise the potential in Africa, we will be ready to facilitate mutual value for businesses tapping into the continent’s possibilities.
Our Dubai Happy Hour was just the beginning. With a growing team on the ground, including our EVP, Global Expansion & Payment Partnerships, Omosalewa Adeyemi, we are excited to enable businesses operating in the MENA region to scale.
The conversations were clear: businesses want seamless payment, and Flutterwave is here to provide that. So let’s connect! Reach out to us to explore how we can help your business scale.