The association, known as the Congolese Fintech Network, will seek to enhance access to investment opportunities and promote information sharing in Congo, with a goal to accelerate financial inclusion.

The strategic partnership aims to facilitate financial inclusion by providing consumers and businesses with a new and effortless way to conduct e-commerce transactions in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The grant will allow Opportunity International to provide micro and small business loans, digital tools and specialized technical training to women-led small- and micro businesses in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Ghana, Nigeria and Uganda.

The partnership will strengthen the economic growth potential in the Caribbean, providing the underserved population with a simple and secure real-time payment solution.

The government views the accelerated transition to a digital society and economy as vital to economic recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Congo-based fintech Flash has launched a payment tool including a Visa card offering, Flash Money, for the Congolese market.