San Francisco, United States
Flutterwave, a trailblazer in the Financial Services and Fintech sectors, is driven by the goal of integrating Africa into the global economy through innovative payment technology solutions. Founded in 2016 by industry veterans from major players like Standard Bank, PayPal, and Google Wallet, the company boasts a robust payment processing platform that has facilitated nearly $2 billion in transactions across 33 African nations.
Headquartered in the United States, Flutterwave stands out as one of the fastest-growing payments companies worldwide. It addresses the crucial need for secure and seamless transactions for banks and businesses, aligning closely with their slogan: “We help banks and businesses build secure and seamless payments solutions for their customers.” Its commitment to excellence is underscored by accolades such as being named Africa’s best fintech company at the Apps Africa Innovation Awards in 2017.
With a strong backing from prominent investors including the Y Combinator Continuity Fund, Greycroft, Greenvisor Capital, and the Omidyar Network, the company has shown impressive growth and stability. Its latest funding round was a Secondary Market investment on 07 March 2023, underscoring sustained investor confidence and opening pathways for further expansion.
