Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has announced that its innovative foreign currency exchange solution, Swap, is now accessible through Send App.
This service offers Nigerians a secure, reliable, and instant way to access foreign currencies at competitive exchange rates. Send App users can now easily convert or transfer Nigerian Naira (NGN) to US Dollars (USD), British Pounds (GBP), and Euros (EUR), with more currencies to be added in the future.
Swap, backed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), is licensed to offer digital foreign exchange (FX) solutions and facilitate outbound international payments through a partnership with Kadavra BDC and Wema Bank.
It caters to a range of needs – for example, parents can send money to children studying abroad, and individuals can assist loved ones with emergency expenses or medical treatments overseas.
“We are incredibly excited to make Swap accessible on Send App, which we believe will be a paradigm shift for Nigerian businesses and individuals alike. At Flutterwave, our mission has always been to simplify payments for endless possibilities, and this update aligns perfectly with that vision. Now, more than ever, Nigerians can participate fully in the global economy, sending money across borders with ease and confidence,” said Olugbenga ‘GB’ Agboola, Founder and CEO of Flutterwave.
Accessibility of Swap on Send App comes at a time when Nigerians and businesses are experiencing limited access to foreign currencies which has posed a significant challenge for individuals seeking to engage in international transactions, investments, and other cross-border financial activities. Additionally, these challenges have hampered macroeconomic growth and personal financial goals, making it difficult for individuals to fully access global opportunities.
Temiloluwa Adesina, Senior Product Manager, Swap, emphasized the significance of this development for African customers: “We understand the unique challenges our customers face, and we are committed to providing solutions that not only meet but exceed their expectations. By making Swap accessible on Send App, it reinforces our commitment to supporting African customers wherever they are, ensuring they have the tools they need to thrive in a global economy.”
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About Flutterwave
Flutterwave is the leading payments technology company that enables businesses worldwide to expand their operations in Africa and other emerging markets through a platform that enables local and cross-border transactions via one Application Programming Interface (API). Flutterwave has processed over 630M transactions in excess of USD $31B and serves global and African customers like Uber, Air Peace, Bamboo, PiggyVest, and across various industries.
The company’s key advantage is connecting businesses to various local and international payment types to enable them to expand globally. It also enables cross-border transactions from the diaspora to African countries via its Send App product. Flutterwave processes payments via multiple payment modes, including local and international cards, mobile wallets, bank transfers, and Google Pay. The company has an infrastructure reach in 34 African countries. For more information on Flutterwave’s journey, please visit www.flutterwave.com.
