The pun was too good, we couldn’t ignore it. Afterall, ‘peering’ means the exchange of data directly between internet service providers without using the internet. We can domesticate this telecom term to mean the exchange of value (and data, if …
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Jimmy Ku; Flutterwave’s New Head of US Growth and his Drive to Create Value Everywhere
Ever met one of those kids that could source the scarcest collectibles in high school? They’d sell baseball cards, comic books and cards— whatever people were looking for. That was Jimmy! He was everyone’s ‘guy’ for rare merchandise while growing …
On Flutterwave’s New CRO; Bankole Falade and the Many Fruits of a Win-Win Approach to Life
He loves Bob Marley. I do too. He loves Fela. Everyone does. He loves Ladipoe. Interesting! Music stirs up feelings. Music brings redemption. Music connects. Music influences. Over time, Bankole has lived his life emulating some of the world …
How to Select the Best Payment Platform for Your Hospitality Businesses in Africa
Blessed with beaches, cultural sites, and abundant wildlife, prior to the pandemic, Africa had the second-fastest growing tourism sector in the world. In fact, tourism represented about 8.5 percent of Africa’s GDP and employed around 24 million people.
After …
Flutterwave and Worldpay Partnership: What it Means for Businesses in Nigeria and South-Africa
When we say that we connect Africa to the world and the world to Africa, we mean it. And here’s one way we do that; Worldpay is leveraging Flutterwave’s technology to process domestic payments, starting with Nigeria and South …
5 Ways the Flutterwave and Ecobank Partnership Benefits Businesses in Africa
Digital transformation is no longer a buzzword like it used to be. It is now a business model. For some, it has become a way of life. For everyday brick and mortar businesses, digital transformation has become a means of …
From Wall-Street to Lagos: Meet Rick Rosenthal, Senior Vice President Finance, Flutterwave
2020 started with great promise. Flutterwave raised a Series B round of $35m to invest in technology, improved customer experience and business development. Rugged road ahead, but a road leading to a desired destination, nonetheless. People like Rick make the …
Top 10 Important Tips for Freelancers Looking to Gain and Retain Clients in 2021
Freelancing in 2021 has become an important source of income for individuals, regardless their employment status. The pandemic and ensuing lockdown has also increased the widespread adoption of the gig economy. People are now more comfortable hiring freelancers for different …
He Loves FIFA as much as He Loves Maths; meet Israel Koledowo, our Brand New Head of Finance for Africa
From OAU through KPMG, Andersen and to Flutterwave, it has been a remarkable journey towards self discovery for Israel. 14 years into his career as a Financial Analyst and Leader, here he is, killing it as Flutterwave’s new Head of …
How Businesses in Tanzania can Offer Modern Online and Offline Payment Options to Customers
Since the COVID-19 crisis, our already digitally-driven world has undergone a rapid digital transformation as people seek more ways to maximise the internet.
Record number of people in Africa are adopting internet usage with Tanzania, in particular, boasting a 3%…