African users excluded from major digital payment platforms
Most African markets lack access to Google Pay, Apple Pay, and other major digital wallets, leaving consumers and businesses dependent on a narrow set of payment options. This exclusion creates friction for cross-border commerce, digital subscriptions, and everyday transactions. The structural gap represents a large addressable market with strong urgency for fintech solutions built for African infrastructure.
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