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How businesses in Latvia can accept payments in Africa
African markets unlike European markets use different payments methods. Over 50 countries in Africa each with a unique payment system, different compliance rules and regulations among others has seen the rise of payment gateways to provide a payment solution for businesses in Latvia ready to cross over to the African market. Latvia has a very diversified and open economy seeing many businesses spread their wings into the African market and most have been successful given the
4 days ago3 min read


How businesses in Scotland can accept payments in Africa
Given the diversity in Africa's digital payment landscape, it is eminent that businesses in Scotland work with the right Africa-friendly payment infrastructure. Africa has 54 continents, all of which have different local payment methods like M-PESA, mobile money, Airtel money, MTN MoMo and Bank Transfers among others. Why it is important for Scottish businesses to use payment gateways n Africa Low card penetration in many African countries. Wide use of mobile money services
Jan 122 min read


How businesses in Ireland can accept payments from Africa
For Irish businesses to stay competitive and serve their African customers effectively, accepting to use payment gateways that understand local payment methods in Africa is very essential for their growth. Unlike Europe, with which Ireland is a member thus facilitating most of its trade, Africa does not run on Visa and Mastercard as is commonly used in Europe. Across the continent’s 54 countries, each market has its own dominant local payment method: Kenya: M-PESA Nigeria: Op
Dec 24, 20252 min read


Why International Payment Platforms Trust Elemitech to Process Payments in Africa
Africa is a growing digital market with millions of new online users every year. The demand for online payments, cross border payouts, and digital wallets keeps rising. But for international payment platforms, Africa is also one of the hardest regions to operate in. Most global companies enter the continent and quickly discover that Africa is not one unified market. It is a mix of 54 different countries, each with its own payment methods, regulations, banking systems, and int
Dec 4, 20253 min read


How Businesses in Canada Can Accept Online Payments from Africa
The world has become one market. A business in Canada can sell to customers in Nairobi, Lagos, Kigali, or Kampala in the same way they sell to customers in Toronto. The only real barrier left is payments. African customers want to pay. Canadian businesses want to receive the money. But the question is simple. How do you collect payments from Africa without delays, failed transactions, or expensive fees? Here is a full guide to help you set it up the right way. Why accepting p
Nov 25, 20253 min read


How businesses in China can accept payments in Africa
Over the years, cross - border payouts between China and Africa have been a nightmare: High transaction costs on bank transfers The payments would take about 3 -10 days to complete for traditional banks The burden of compliance was very heavy for businesses to bear Today, we witness a rise of modern payment platforms that have turned the nightmares into operational possibilities, owing to the rapid digitization of the African market. Three platforms stand out as the ultimate
Nov 3, 20253 min read


The Costly Mistakes Forex, Crypto, and Stock Companies Make When Expanding to Africa
Africa is quietly becoming one of the most exciting markets for forex, crypto, and online trading. Millions of young, tech-savvy Africans are trading online daily not just in South Africa or Nigeria, but in Kenya, Ghana, Uganda, Rwanda and even smaller markets. Big names like FxPro , Deriv , and XM have already moved in some quietly, some publicly setting up local teams and adding African payment options. The growth is undeniable. But here’s the thing most companies miss: th
Oct 29, 20255 min read


How Businesses in Malta Can Accept Online Payments from Africa
Africa is becoming one of the fastest-growing markets for Maltese businesses. From forex and crypto platforms to e-commerce, SaaS, and online investment platforms, demand from African users is rising fast. But here’s the problem: Africa doesn’t run on Visa and Mastercard. Across Africa’s 54 countries, each market has its own preferred local payment system: Kenya: M-PESA Nigeria: Opay and Bank Transfers Uganda: MTN Mobile Money and Airtel Money Tanzania: TigoPesa and Vodac
Oct 29, 20252 min read


How European Companies Can Accept Online Payments from Africa
Africa is turning into one of the fastest-growing markets for European companies. From forex and crypto platforms to e-commerce, digital products, SaaS, gaming, and online investments demand is rising fast. But there’s a challenge that many European businesses overlook. Africa doesn’t run on Visa and Mastercard. Across the continent’s 54 countries, each market has its own dominant local payment method: Kenya: M-PESA Nigeria: Opay and Bank Transfers Uganda: MTN Mobile Money an
Oct 24, 20252 min read


How Businesses in Singapore Can Accept Payments in Africa
Africa is fast becoming a major opportunity for Singapore-based businesses, especially in industries like Forex trading, crypto, online investments, and e-commerce. The challenge? Collecting payments. While Singapore and most of Asia rely on Visa, Mastercard, and digital wallets like GrabPay, Africa’s payment landscape is completely different. Each country operates its own ecosystem — often dominated by mobile money or local bank transfers. Here’s a quick breakdown: Kenya: M
Oct 22, 20253 min read


How Cyprus-Based Companies Can Accept Online Payments from Africa
Africa is becoming a major growth market for Cyprus-based businesses , especially in industries like Forex trading, crypto, online investments, and e-commerce . The challenge, however, is in collecting payments . While Cyprus and most of Europe rely heavily on Visa and Mastercard , Africa’s payment system looks completely different. Across the continent’s 54 countries , each market has its own dominant payment method: Kenya: M-PESA Nigeria: Opay and Bank Transfers Uganda:
Oct 17, 20253 min read


How Russian Companies Can Collect Online and make Payments from Africa
Africa is one of the fastest-growing markets in the world especially for digital products, gaming, and online services. But for Russian...
Oct 6, 20253 min read


Why your Global business should Trust Elemi tech in Processing payments in Africa
Running a business in Africa comes with unique payment challenges. From mobile money integration to cross-border transactions, finding a...
Sep 25, 20252 min read


How Forex Companies Can Accept Payments from Kenya
Kenyan traders make up 12% of all retail forex activity in Africa . Yet most international brokers treat Kenya like an afterthought. The...
Sep 18, 20253 min read


How International Payment Service Providers Can Expand to Africa Using Elemitech
A European PSP just walked away from a $2M African expansion deal. The market was there. The demand was real. But connecting to Uganda's...
Sep 17, 20253 min read


High-Risk Payment Processing in Africa: Why Elemitech is the better option
Processing payments across Africa costs high-risk businesses 40% more than other regions. Most payment processors either reject high-risk...
Sep 16, 20253 min read


Why Crypto Companies Should Choose Elemitech as Their Payment Gateway in Africa
The Challenge of Crypto Payments in Africa Africa is one of the most promising regions for crypto adoption. Millions of people trade and...
Sep 3, 20252 min read


A blunt guide to online payments in Africa
Africa has 54 countries. That matters. A checkout flow that works in Nairobi will fail in Lagos. Cards win in some markets. Bank...
Aug 25, 20255 min read


Top Payment Gateways in Africa for High-Risk Businesses
If you run a high-risk business in Africa, whether it’s forex trading, gaming, betting, crypto, or remittance, you already know the...
Aug 12, 20253 min read


Top Direct Pay Online Alternatives You Should Know
Direct Pay Online (DPO) has been a major player in the African payments space, especially in tourism, hospitality, and traditional...
Jul 28, 20256 min read
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