Visa and Senegal formalise two-year digital payments cooperation

Visa and Senegal’s Ministry of Telecommunications and Digital Affairs have formalised a two-year cooperation agreement to develop digital payments, improve public services, and enhance financial inclusion across the West African country. The memorandum of understanding establishes a framework for collaboration in financial innovation, cybersecurity, and regulatory issues, with potential applications in linking government agencies and citizens through digital payment methods.

While no specific platform, investment commitment, or implementation timetable has been disclosed, the agreement marks Visa’s first partnership with a Senegalese government institution and highlights the importance of secure, inclusive solutions in Senegal’s digital transformation objectives.

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