Discover the stories, ideas, and innovations shaping life and commerce across Africa.
At Interswitch, many women are creating impact far beyond their job titles. Elizabeth Okaome, a Community Manager and Developer Advocate, is one of them. Through Empower Her Community, she is helping thousands of women worldwide gain access to tech skills, mentorship, and opportunities.
At Interswitch, many women are creating impact far beyond their job titles. Elizabeth Okaome, a Community Manager and Developer Advocate, is one of them. Through Empower Her Community, she is helping thousands of women worldwide gain access to tech skills, mentorship, and opportunities.
Behind every confident professional is often someone who once believed in them when they couldn’t yet see their own potential. For Mukisa Mercy Mukisa Sentongo, that belief became a calling. As a Sales Executive at Interswitch Group Uganda, Mercy describes herself as a cheerleader, someone who thrives on helping others feel capable, seen, and encouraged. Beyond her role, she actively supports and uplifts women as they navigate their paths in tech and professional spaces. In this conversation, she shares why encouragement matters, what leadership looks like without titles, and why sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is remind someone of their worth.
At Interswitch, women are creating impact far beyond their corporate roles. Edith Mukenya, a Legal Counsel at Interswitch East Africa Kenya Limited, is passionate about mentoring, community service, and empowering the next generation through education. She shares how small acts of service can create meaningful change and why leadership isn’t about a title, it’s about action.
Behind every great product is someone quietly shaping the experience. At Interswitch, Folashade Adegbite does exactly that as a Senior Product Designer, crafting digital experiences that make payments seamless and intuitive. But beyond her desk, she’s doing something just as powerful: designing pathways for the next generation of designers, especially women. Through mentorship, portfolio development workshops, and a thriving design community, Folashade is helping aspiring designers move beyond simply learning tools to building sustainable careers.
What Would You Like to See in Your Bank’s App? This is the question we asked Nigerians across different channels as part of our latest research into the state of digital banking experiences in Nigeria.
Innovation in the fintech space is no longer about speed to market only. Today, it is more about who learns fastest, adapts quickest, and builds solutions that genuinely scale across real markets.
Interswitch has announced the winners of the seventh edition of InterswitchSPAK, its flagship STEM-focused Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, celebrating Nigeria’s brightest senior secondary school students and awarding over ₦35 million in scholarships and academic support.
This service allows customers to withdraw cash at participating Bank and SACCO partners enabled by Interswitch from their mobile money wallet. At the moment only MPESA is enabled.
There is something almost poetic about time; how it collects memories, milestones, and moments of quiet impact. When we sat down with Oluseyi Oluwehinmi, Divisional Head, Procurement and Supply Chain Management here at The Switch, the conversation felt like opening a time capsule. Twenty-two years’ worth of history, innovation, and quiet leadership came tumbling out,
If you missed the grand finale of VerveLife 8.0, you really missed a whole vibe! Powered by Verve, Africa’s leading payment cards and digital tokens brand, this year’s event was nothing short of an energy explosion. The iconic Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island was agog with approximately ten thousand fitness lovers, lifestyle enthusiasts, and good-vibes-only folks who came together for a day packed with movement, music, and fun.
The morning segment of VerveLife 8.0 will come alive with the soulful symphony of the LOUD Urban Choir. Shortly after, the pulsating rhythms and electrifying beats of Alternate Sound, Africa’s premium live band known for their dynamic fusion of live instrumentation and Afro-urban sounds, will hold sway.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m exhausted, but I can’t slow down,” or “I don’t even know why I’m anxious, I just am,” you’re not alone.
In this edition of Switch Stories, we sat down and had a chat with Ebunoluwa Omolola, a UX designer who spends his days shaping digital experiences and his evenings inspiring, coaching, and motivating others through fitness. From wireframes on the screen to workouts in the gym, their journey is proof that creativity and discipline can live side by side. Let’s dive into how design thinking meets dumbbells and the stories in between.
Lagos, Nigeria – August 25, 2025 – VerveLife, one of the flagship lifestyle initiatives of Verve, Africa’s leading domestic payment card and tokens brand, is back for its 8th edition, themed “Elev8”. More than a fitness event, VerveLife has grown into a cultural movement that connects thousands of Africans through fitness, wellness, and community. This year, VerveLife is set to inspire participants to elevate their bodies, minds, and lifestyles like never before.
I think that Interswitch is widely regarded as a leading fintech company in Africa for several compelling reasons, leading the way in pioneering innovation, deep infrastructure, and ecosystem dominance. Interswitch powers and collaborates with businesses, banks, telcos, governments, merchants, and start-ups, and I think it's incredible how we have embedded ourselves across the transactions value chain holistically in Nigeria and across several countries in Africa.
The importance of modelling the way for girls in the field of engineering and technology can by no means be over-emphasized. For Motolani (Mo), a rising star in IT Project Management within our Technology & Operations Group here at The Switch, that role model was none other than her dad.
Verve International is giving cardholders yet another reason to smile with the return of the Verve GoodLife Promo, a rewarding campaign that brings more value to everyday spending. Now in its sixth edition, the Verve GoodLife Promo is back, bigger and better than ever!
Friendships are special but there’s a very special class of friends a.k.a office besties who share a unique bond that makes Monday mornings less dreadful, lunch breaks more entertaining, and turns knowing glances in meetings into witty follow-on conversations, all while smashing deadlines and goals. On this edition of Switch Stories, we’re shining the spotlight on two besties who prove that strangers can become colleagues, and colleagues can become friends with an unbreakable bond. Meet Adaku and Majeedah, two powerhouses at Interswitch who met by chance and built a friendship fuelled by banter, brilliance, and just the right amount of chaos. Let’s get into it.
ACI Proactive Risk Manager (PRM) is the answer to this challenge- a globally recognized enterprise fraud management solution trusted by the world's leading banks and financial institutions. From transaction monitoring to real-time risk scoring, PRM delivers unparalleled visibility and control across all digital and physical banking channels, precisely what CBN's new directive demands.
Data is the new fuel powering modern business. An invaluable asset which, if left unprotected, can quickly become a dangerous liability. With the rise in cyber threats and the Central Bank of Nigeria’s tightening compliance requirements, securing your organization’s data is no longer a luxury, it’s a mission-critical necessity. From ransomware attacks to internal data leaks, the threats are real, and the consequences are severe. But amid these challenges, there’s a smarter, more secure path forward.
In today’s interconnected world, strategic partnerships have become essential levers for growth, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Across Africa, digital adoption is accelerating, and cross-border commerce is gaining momentum. A new wave of collaboration is emerging, one that aligns domestic financial solutions with global platforms to deliver more value to everyday users.
For over 15 years, Verve has played a pivotal role in shaping Africa’s digital payment landscape, providing secure, convenient, and locally relevant payment solutions designed to meet the continent’s unique needs. Founded to address the limitations of international card schemes in African markets, Verve has grown into a trusted household brand with over 85 million cards issued and operations across several African countries. By tackling challenges like regulatory complexity and infrastructure limitations head-on, Verve has delivered robust, interoperable solutions that power millions of transactions daily across ATMs, POS terminals, and digital platforms.
As Africa’s payments landscape rapidly evolves, contactless technology has become a vital enabler of speed, security, and convenience for consumers and merchants alike. Verve, Africa’s leading domestic payment card and digital token brand, is at the forefront of this transformation. With over 30 million contactless cards issued, Verve is accelerating the adoption of tap-and-go payments across Nigeria and other African markets, making everyday transactions faster and more secure, from supermarkets and fuel stations to airport terminals and restaurants.
In a bold move to make healthcare in Lagos State more accessible and efficient, Interswitch Group recently partnered with the Lagos State Government to launch the Lagos State Health Information Platform, or Lagos SHIP for short.
Designed as part of Interswitch Group’s #SwitchAFuture initiative, the Interswitch Discovery Series, targeted at tertiary institutions of learning in Africa complements existing initiatives such as the InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition and sit within the education pillar of the Group’s Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Interventions, geared towards creating shared value in terms of building critically required technology and innovation capacity within the society in which Interswitch operates as a business.
We had an exciting time chatting with our Fantastic Four, who are generally unanimous in their opinion that #TheSwitch is indeed a great place to work and that an opportunity to play their crucial parts as valued members of our Legal and Compliance Team at Interswitch Group - contributing to the delivery of our aspirations of a prosperous Africa where payments become a seamless part of everyday life - continues to be a worthwhile experience that has involved growth, moving out of comfort zones, learning and unlearning, but most profoundly higher meaning and purpose!
They say when a child is born, so is a mother. But what they don’t tell you is that this birth comes with a whirlwind of emotions; the tears, the fears, and the cheers.
In a bold move to advance Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda, Interswitch, a leading African technology company focused on creating solutions that enable individuals and communities prosper, has reiterated its leadership in digital innovation by strategically supporting the launch of the NR Fuel App, a revolutionary platform developed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) in partnership with Fidelity Bank.
As an MVNE, Systegra Technologies will utilize the Radio Access Networks (RAN) of leading mobile operators, while deploying its own advanced Switching (Core Network) and Business Support Systems (BSS), including an Online Charging System (OCS).
Interswitch recently hosted an inaugural engineering summit, a novel event that gathered its engineering community to explore innovation, emerging technologies, and the future of the industry.
For some, fashion is just about clothes, but for Caroline Nasisho, it’s a masterclass in understanding people. As a Customer Success Management Executive, she weaves her love for fashion into her work, designing seamless solutions and stitching together relationships that elevate customer satisfaction.
Interswitch Group, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing innovation through its participation as a Platinum Sponsor of the InnovateAI Conference for the second consecutive year.
Obianuju Odukwe’s career is like an expertly written code; well-structured, adaptable, and always delivering value. Starting in HR and pivoting through roles in card services, consumer payments, digital commerce, and now the Vice President of Digital Ecosystems at Interswitch, she’s proven that a great career is all about iterating and scaling up. With a passion for working with developer communities and simplifying complex tech, Obianuju is not just managing ecosystems; she’s fostering the connections that make them thrive. In this edition of Switch Stories, she talks about career transitions, solving real-world problems, and her secret to balancing heavy lifting both in the gym and at work.
When you mix innovation with determination, sprinkle in a dash of teamwork, and turn up the intensity to hackathon levels, magic happens. That’s exactly what Team Skoot Labs achieved at Interswitch’s recent hackathon, Technovation 3.0, earning their spot as the winners with a groundbreaking idea—a financial literacy app designed to empower kids and teens with money management skills. In this edition of Switch Stories, the team, made up of Software Engineer, Suleiman Suleiman; Quality Assurance Engineer, Samuel Udo; Software Engineer, Olayinka Jaji; Program Manager, Olamide Ajayi; and Product Manager, Olugbenga Olumide share the highs, the hurdles, and the heart behind their journey to the finish line .
Here at The Switch, culture is the foundation of everything we do. Guided by our EPICC values—Ethical Conduct, People Empowerment, Innovation, Collaboration, and Customer Success—and driven by our vision of a prosperous Africa, we strive to do the right thing all the time, first time, with speedy execution and accuracy because we believe we are in this together.
On Friday, October 4th, Interswitch hosted its employees to a Blue Denim-themed Strategy & Culture Party at the Landmark Event Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos. The atmosphere was set with the perfect blend of cocktails, games, food and laughter as employees from Germany, Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria converged.
> Meet Anthony Edeh, a Service Management Executive at Interswitch, whose knack for fixing things has propelled him into the dynamic realm of tech. With a career marked by adaptability and a passion for problem-solving, Anthony’s journey reflects his transition from a hands-on engineer to a strategic tech professional. In this edition of #SwitchStories, he shares how his early fascination with fixing broken items laid the foundation for a career in tech, his experience at Interswitch, and his vision for bridging the gap between technology and business strategy.
Onyekachi Madumere's Journey from Winning InterswitchSPAK to Starting an Exciting Tech Career at Interswitch.
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In the world of healthcare, time is not just the passing of moments. Time, no matter how brief, could be the difference between life and death, efficiency and wastefulness, the best patient experience and the worst one.
At Interswitch, inclusion goes beyond simply ‘opening doors’ for our women; it is about creating an environment where their voices are heard and valued at all levels, and cultivating a culture that ensures that everyone, irrespective of their gender, feels respected and valued to thrive.
On Friday, March 1st, in the city of Lagos, the heart of Nigeria’s bustling tech landscape where innovation thrives and possibilities abound, the Interswitch Development Community (IDC) hosted tech founders, developers and other stakeholders to an evening of networking, bonding and fun, tagged ‘The Coded Party’.
"I would've been a professional footballer today, if I hadn't broken my leg when I was 10". What happens when that is in fact your reality – mourning a childhood dream while piecing together a new and potentially even more rewarding life.
Unknown to many, there is a strong correlation between remittances and the achievement of the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are aimed at making our world a better place to live in.
In this article, we'll guide you with tips on how to make your business Christmas-ready to attract customers and keep them coming back, even after the festive season.
Over 20 years ago, Titilola Shogaolu cut her teeth in the banking industry as one of those charting a course that would redefine the industry's future, a future she now leads as the MD of Interswitch Financial Inclusion Services (IFIS).
Imagine a talented project manager at a dynamic tech company harbouring a hidden passion for art. It reads like a plot straight out of a Hollywood script, yet this is the captivating story of Susan Gakure, Project Manager, Business Value Realization at Interswitch Kenya.
So, you've created your social media platform, published your products, but it's been over a month with no sales or any improvement in followership growth. You're tired of having to ask friends and family to follow your page and refer your business for patronage. You're frustrated and
In a world that often feels busy and chaotic, there's something profoundly transformative about taking a moment to pause and simply ‘breathe’. This year, VerveLife returns with its 6th edition centered around the powerful theme Breathe.
On Friday 29th of September, our Data Community successfully hosted its inaugural Data Analytics Forum, at the prestigious Four Points Victoria Island. The event themed "Data Strategies for Business Success - Benefits, Pitfalls, and Mitigation," brought together a diverse group of
Furthering our efforts to ensure the provision of seamless, innovative payment options, Verve, Africa’s leading payment cards and digital tokens brand, has collaborated with Sterling Bank, one of the leading innovative Nigerian banks, to launch Verve's first line of credit cards.
Sometimes, things are not always the way they seem. That is the story of Stephen Kakaire, a Site Reliability Engineer working out of Interswitch Uganda.
Verve, Africa’s leading domestic payment cards and tokens brand, and leading global sportswear giant, adidas have announced a significant collaboration which takes the sixth (6th) edition of VerveLife, one of the biggest fitness festival series on the African continent, to the next level.
It’s time for breakfast, and you are about to grab a bite from your favorite Eba and Egusi meal, but hold on, how many calories do you think you are about to consume? Let’s get educated on the benefits of calorie counting.
Verve, Africa’s leading payment cards, and digital tokens brand, has joined forces with Moniepoint Microfinance Bank, a fast-growing customer-oriented financial institution, to increase access to financial services for Nigerians through the launch of the Moniepoint Verve Debit Card.
In the intricate tapestry of global business, where knowledge transfer is often envisaged to flow from established tech hubs to more emerging markets, a unique narrative unfolds within the realm of Interswitch – a story that defies conventional expectations and reshapes the way we perceive
"Social engineering" refers to malicious activities carried out through human interactions in which an attacker uses psychological manipulation to trick users into making security mistakes like divulging their login credentials, personal information, or downloading malicious software.
Africa's leading payment cards and digital tokens brand, Verve, has launched its highly anticipated 4th edition of the Verve Good Life Promo tagged ‘The Verve Good Life Promo 4.0’ to reward its cardholders with exciting gifts and cash prizes.
Technovation 2.0, Interswitch’s internal hackathon has come and gone, but the aftermath of the epoch-making event still echoes across The Switch and through the streets of the Nigerian tech ecosystem.
Verve Card has partnered with Google to make digital transactions on Google Play Store easier and more accessible for Nigerians. As of today, Nigerians can use their Verve cards to make purchases on the Google Play Store, strengthening the digital ecosystem in Nigeria.
Verve International, Africa’s 1st and largest domestic payments scheme has yet again announced a remarkable new milestone in its business, firmly consolidating its growing market share in Nigeria - in terms of card issuance and transactions.
Imagine this: You, sprawled out on a comfy couch, with a half-eaten bag of potato chips resting precariously on your chest. Outside, the world hustles and bustles, but you? You have Quickteller, the ultimate wingman for your laziest days!
As our lives become increasingly digitized, protecting our financial information and online accounts has become more crucial than ever. With the rise in cybercrime and the ever-present threat of fraudsters, it is essential to take proactive steps to safeguard our debit card details and secure our login credentials.
Twenty years ago, in the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of financial services, a group of exceptional individuals came together with a shared vision. Their goal was ambitious—to transform the payments landscape across Africa.
In the vast world of tools and gadgets, few are as iconic and versatile as the Swiss Army knife. This compact marvel packs an astonishing array of functions into a single, handy device, ready to tackle any challenge that comes its way. Now, imagine a fintech platform that embodies the same spirit of versatility and efficiency.
Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility that involves everyone who uses technology. Yes, that means you too, and the first step to defending yourself from cyberattacks is to keep your passwords secure.
What makes someone leave a company thirteen years after joining , to go pick up a mouth-watering offer at a global big tech, only to return ‘home’ barely a year after? Adaobi Okerekocha, CIO at Interswitch tells us exactly why and how she made what some may refer to as a ‘controversial’
On the night of Saturday, May 20th, 2023, the Africa's Movie Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) lit up the skies of Lagos, dazzling attendees with its brilliant array of African stars, moviemakers, and cinematic masterminds.
As we countdown to another edition of the biggest Career Fair, we had a chat with some of the beneficiaries from the past Interswitch Career Fair 1.0. Peter Usih, Oluwatowo Akinbode, and Chukwualuka Obichukwu took us through their journey before, when, and what they love about The Switch.
As Nigeria’s First successful domestic payment card, Verve Card has proven to be more than just a payment option, it has become a staple in every Nigerian household and is being infused into their daily transactional lifestyle.
We know what you really want is a quick guide for accessing cash, and we wish we could offer you that. However, we can offer you streetwise nuggets to maximize and enjoy a cashless lifestyle in Nigeria.
It's been almost two decades since Muyiwa Asagba Joined Interswitch. In that time, he has risen to become the Managing Director, Digital Commerce and Merchant Acquiring (Interswitch Paymate). But Muyiwa's journey has not been without its ups and downs.
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade they say. This saying summarizes how Gbemisoke Shoes came to be 7 years ago! In this month’s Made in Africa Series, we sat down with the Popular Media personality cum entrepreneur, Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi, the Founder/CEO of Gbemisoke Shoes.
On this day 20 years ago, as we opened the doors of what is now called ‘building 1' for the first time, there were many thoughts running through my mind. Yes, we were excited about the chance to change our world, but then, our excitement was laced with some apprehension and uncertainty.
From the shocker of having to call people by their first name, including the Founder and Group Managing Director, to having to learn on the job in a fast-paced environment, Mariam has come a long way from the green-eyed corps member that resumed at The Switch 13 years ago.
Tomilola Majekodunmi is the Founder and CEO of Bankly. With a career spanning over 10 years in the financial services industry, she is no stranger to the challenges bedeviling the financial space. Her quest to solve some of them led to the establishment of Bankly. With Bankly, Tomilola is
Banking and financial services in general have evolved significantly over the past three decades. We have progressed beyond analogue banking; the days of tally numbers, when the most basic banking transactions had to be carried out in person and could take the customer anything from
Staying hydrated is very important in the journey to becoming fit and healthy. Water isn't the enemy, drink an adequate amount of water regularly.
Osasere is a tech guy, but he is not your typical tech bro. With a financial services career spanning over 16 years, Osasere has been playing critical roles on the business side of tech – leading Sales and Business Development, striking the deals that drive the Social Services ecosystem and making sure the products get to solve the problem of the end user – without ever writing a single line of code.
Observing current market trends and the increasing need to improve customer experience and safety in the e-payments ecosystem, Africa's leading integrated payments and digital commerce company, Interswitch is set to host industry leaders in the digital payment ecosystem
Interswitch has announced the winners of the seventh edition of InterswitchSPAK, its flagship STEM-focused Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, celebrating Nigeria’s brightest senior secondary school students and awarding over ₦35 million in scholarships and academic support.
Interswitch has announced the winners of the seventh edition of InterswitchSPAK, its flagship STEM-focused Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, celebrating Nigeria’s brightest senior secondary school students and awarding over ₦35 million in scholarships and academic support.
Lagos, Nigeria – August 25, 2025 – VerveLife, one of the flagship lifestyle initiatives of Verve, Africa’s leading domestic payment card and tokens brand, is back for its 8th edition, themed “Elev8”. More than a fitness event, VerveLife has grown into a cultural movement that connects thousands of Africans through fitness, wellness, and community. This year, VerveLife is set to inspire participants to elevate their bodies, minds, and lifestyles like never before.
It’s time for breakfast, and you are about to grab a bite from your favorite Eba and Egusi meal, but hold on, how many calories do you think you are about to consume? Let’s get educated on the benefits of calorie counting.
As Nigeria’s First successful domestic payment card, Verve Card has proven to be more than just a payment option, it has become a staple in every Nigerian household and is being infused into their daily transactional lifestyle.
Banking and financial services in general have evolved significantly over the past three decades. We have progressed beyond analogue banking; the days of tally numbers, when the most basic banking transactions had to be carried out in person and could take the customer anything from
What Would You Like to See in Your Bank’s App? This is the question we asked Nigerians across different channels as part of our latest research into the state of digital banking experiences in Nigeria.
What Would You Like to See in Your Bank’s App? This is the question we asked Nigerians across different channels as part of our latest research into the state of digital banking experiences in Nigeria.
Innovation in the fintech space is no longer about speed to market only. Today, it is more about who learns fastest, adapts quickest, and builds solutions that genuinely scale across real markets.
Verve International is giving cardholders yet another reason to smile with the return of the Verve GoodLife Promo, a rewarding campaign that brings more value to everyday spending. Now in its sixth edition, the Verve GoodLife Promo is back, bigger and better than ever!
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On Friday, March 1st, in the city of Lagos, the heart of Nigeria’s bustling tech landscape where innovation thrives and possibilities abound, the Interswitch Development Community (IDC) hosted tech founders, developers and other stakeholders to an evening of networking, bonding and fun, tagged ‘The Coded Party’.
On Friday 29th of September, our Data Community successfully hosted its inaugural Data Analytics Forum, at the prestigious Four Points Victoria Island. The event themed "Data Strategies for Business Success - Benefits, Pitfalls, and Mitigation," brought together a diverse group of
Furthering our efforts to ensure the provision of seamless, innovative payment options, Verve, Africa’s leading payment cards and digital tokens brand, has collaborated with Sterling Bank, one of the leading innovative Nigerian banks, to launch Verve's first line of credit cards.
Verve, Africa’s leading domestic payment cards and tokens brand, and leading global sportswear giant, adidas have announced a significant collaboration which takes the sixth (6th) edition of VerveLife, one of the biggest fitness festival series on the African continent, to the next level.
Verve, Africa’s leading payment cards, and digital tokens brand, has joined forces with Moniepoint Microfinance Bank, a fast-growing customer-oriented financial institution, to increase access to financial services for Nigerians through the launch of the Moniepoint Verve Debit Card.
"Social engineering" refers to malicious activities carried out through human interactions in which an attacker uses psychological manipulation to trick users into making security mistakes like divulging their login credentials, personal information, or downloading malicious software.
Africa's leading payment cards and digital tokens brand, Verve, has launched its highly anticipated 4th edition of the Verve Good Life Promo tagged ‘The Verve Good Life Promo 4.0’ to reward its cardholders with exciting gifts and cash prizes.
Verve International, Africa’s 1st and largest domestic payments scheme has yet again announced a remarkable new milestone in its business, firmly consolidating its growing market share in Nigeria - in terms of card issuance and transactions.
Imagine this: You, sprawled out on a comfy couch, with a half-eaten bag of potato chips resting precariously on your chest. Outside, the world hustles and bustles, but you? You have Quickteller, the ultimate wingman for your laziest days!
In the vast world of tools and gadgets, few are as iconic and versatile as the Swiss Army knife. This compact marvel packs an astonishing array of functions into a single, handy device, ready to tackle any challenge that comes its way. Now, imagine a fintech platform that embodies the same spirit of versatility and efficiency.
Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility that involves everyone who uses technology. Yes, that means you too, and the first step to defending yourself from cyberattacks is to keep your passwords secure.
On the night of Saturday, May 20th, 2023, the Africa's Movie Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) lit up the skies of Lagos, dazzling attendees with its brilliant array of African stars, moviemakers, and cinematic masterminds.
Observing current market trends and the increasing need to improve customer experience and safety in the e-payments ecosystem, Africa's leading integrated payments and digital commerce company, Interswitch is set to host industry leaders in the digital payment ecosystem
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At Interswitch, inclusion goes beyond simply ‘opening doors’ for our women; it is about creating an environment where their voices are heard and valued at all levels, and cultivating a culture that ensures that everyone, irrespective of their gender, feels respected and valued to thrive.
ACI Proactive Risk Manager (PRM) is the answer to this challenge- a globally recognized enterprise fraud management solution trusted by the world's leading banks and financial institutions. From transaction monitoring to real-time risk scoring, PRM delivers unparalleled visibility and control across all digital and physical banking channels, precisely what CBN's new directive demands.
ACI Proactive Risk Manager (PRM) is the answer to this challenge- a globally recognized enterprise fraud management solution trusted by the world's leading banks and financial institutions. From transaction monitoring to real-time risk scoring, PRM delivers unparalleled visibility and control across all digital and physical banking channels, precisely what CBN's new directive demands.
Data is the new fuel powering modern business. An invaluable asset which, if left unprotected, can quickly become a dangerous liability. With the rise in cyber threats and the Central Bank of Nigeria’s tightening compliance requirements, securing your organization’s data is no longer a luxury, it’s a mission-critical necessity. From ransomware attacks to internal data leaks, the threats are real, and the consequences are severe. But amid these challenges, there’s a smarter, more secure path forward.
Unknown to many, there is a strong correlation between remittances and the achievement of the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are aimed at making our world a better place to live in.
In this article, we'll guide you with tips on how to make your business Christmas-ready to attract customers and keep them coming back, even after the festive season.
So, you've created your social media platform, published your products, but it's been over a month with no sales or any improvement in followership growth. You're tired of having to ask friends and family to follow your page and refer your business for patronage. You're frustrated and
As our lives become increasingly digitized, protecting our financial information and online accounts has become more crucial than ever. With the rise in cybercrime and the ever-present threat of fraudsters, it is essential to take proactive steps to safeguard our debit card details and secure our login credentials.
We know what you really want is a quick guide for accessing cash, and we wish we could offer you that. However, we can offer you streetwise nuggets to maximize and enjoy a cashless lifestyle in Nigeria.
At Interswitch, many women are creating impact far beyond their job titles. Elizabeth Okaome, a Community Manager and Developer Advocate, is one of them. Through Empower Her Community, she is helping thousands of women worldwide gain access to tech skills, mentorship, and opportunities.
At Interswitch, many women are creating impact far beyond their job titles. Elizabeth Okaome, a Community Manager and Developer Advocate, is one of them. Through Empower Her Community, she is helping thousands of women worldwide gain access to tech skills, mentorship, and opportunities.
Behind every confident professional is often someone who once believed in them when they couldn’t yet see their own potential. For Mukisa Mercy Mukisa Sentongo, that belief became a calling. As a Sales Executive at Interswitch Group Uganda, Mercy describes herself as a cheerleader, someone who thrives on helping others feel capable, seen, and encouraged. Beyond her role, she actively supports and uplifts women as they navigate their paths in tech and professional spaces. In this conversation, she shares why encouragement matters, what leadership looks like without titles, and why sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is remind someone of their worth.
At Interswitch, women are creating impact far beyond their corporate roles. Edith Mukenya, a Legal Counsel at Interswitch East Africa Kenya Limited, is passionate about mentoring, community service, and empowering the next generation through education. She shares how small acts of service can create meaningful change and why leadership isn’t about a title, it’s about action.
Behind every great product is someone quietly shaping the experience. At Interswitch, Folashade Adegbite does exactly that as a Senior Product Designer, crafting digital experiences that make payments seamless and intuitive. But beyond her desk, she’s doing something just as powerful: designing pathways for the next generation of designers, especially women. Through mentorship, portfolio development workshops, and a thriving design community, Folashade is helping aspiring designers move beyond simply learning tools to building sustainable careers.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m exhausted, but I can’t slow down,” or “I don’t even know why I’m anxious, I just am,” you’re not alone.
In this edition of Switch Stories, we sat down and had a chat with Ebunoluwa Omolola, a UX designer who spends his days shaping digital experiences and his evenings inspiring, coaching, and motivating others through fitness. From wireframes on the screen to workouts in the gym, their journey is proof that creativity and discipline can live side by side. Let’s dive into how design thinking meets dumbbells and the stories in between.
I think that Interswitch is widely regarded as a leading fintech company in Africa for several compelling reasons, leading the way in pioneering innovation, deep infrastructure, and ecosystem dominance. Interswitch powers and collaborates with businesses, banks, telcos, governments, merchants, and start-ups, and I think it's incredible how we have embedded ourselves across the transactions value chain holistically in Nigeria and across several countries in Africa.
The importance of modelling the way for girls in the field of engineering and technology can by no means be over-emphasized. For Motolani (Mo), a rising star in IT Project Management within our Technology & Operations Group here at The Switch, that role model was none other than her dad.
Friendships are special but there’s a very special class of friends a.k.a office besties who share a unique bond that makes Monday mornings less dreadful, lunch breaks more entertaining, and turns knowing glances in meetings into witty follow-on conversations, all while smashing deadlines and goals. On this edition of Switch Stories, we’re shining the spotlight on two besties who prove that strangers can become colleagues, and colleagues can become friends with an unbreakable bond. Meet Adaku and Majeedah, two powerhouses at Interswitch who met by chance and built a friendship fuelled by banter, brilliance, and just the right amount of chaos. Let’s get into it.
In a bold move to make healthcare in Lagos State more accessible and efficient, Interswitch Group recently partnered with the Lagos State Government to launch the Lagos State Health Information Platform, or Lagos SHIP for short.
We had an exciting time chatting with our Fantastic Four, who are generally unanimous in their opinion that #TheSwitch is indeed a great place to work and that an opportunity to play their crucial parts as valued members of our Legal and Compliance Team at Interswitch Group - contributing to the delivery of our aspirations of a prosperous Africa where payments become a seamless part of everyday life - continues to be a worthwhile experience that has involved growth, moving out of comfort zones, learning and unlearning, but most profoundly higher meaning and purpose!
They say when a child is born, so is a mother. But what they don’t tell you is that this birth comes with a whirlwind of emotions; the tears, the fears, and the cheers.
For some, fashion is just about clothes, but for Caroline Nasisho, it’s a masterclass in understanding people. As a Customer Success Management Executive, she weaves her love for fashion into her work, designing seamless solutions and stitching together relationships that elevate customer satisfaction.
Obianuju Odukwe’s career is like an expertly written code; well-structured, adaptable, and always delivering value. Starting in HR and pivoting through roles in card services, consumer payments, digital commerce, and now the Vice President of Digital Ecosystems at Interswitch, she’s proven that a great career is all about iterating and scaling up. With a passion for working with developer communities and simplifying complex tech, Obianuju is not just managing ecosystems; she’s fostering the connections that make them thrive. In this edition of Switch Stories, she talks about career transitions, solving real-world problems, and her secret to balancing heavy lifting both in the gym and at work.
When you mix innovation with determination, sprinkle in a dash of teamwork, and turn up the intensity to hackathon levels, magic happens. That’s exactly what Team Skoot Labs achieved at Interswitch’s recent hackathon, Technovation 3.0, earning their spot as the winners with a groundbreaking idea—a financial literacy app designed to empower kids and teens with money management skills. In this edition of Switch Stories, the team, made up of Software Engineer, Suleiman Suleiman; Quality Assurance Engineer, Samuel Udo; Software Engineer, Olayinka Jaji; Program Manager, Olamide Ajayi; and Product Manager, Olugbenga Olumide share the highs, the hurdles, and the heart behind their journey to the finish line .
Here at The Switch, culture is the foundation of everything we do. Guided by our EPICC values—Ethical Conduct, People Empowerment, Innovation, Collaboration, and Customer Success—and driven by our vision of a prosperous Africa, we strive to do the right thing all the time, first time, with speedy execution and accuracy because we believe we are in this together.
On Friday, October 4th, Interswitch hosted its employees to a Blue Denim-themed Strategy & Culture Party at the Landmark Event Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos. The atmosphere was set with the perfect blend of cocktails, games, food and laughter as employees from Germany, Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria converged.
> Meet Anthony Edeh, a Service Management Executive at Interswitch, whose knack for fixing things has propelled him into the dynamic realm of tech. With a career marked by adaptability and a passion for problem-solving, Anthony’s journey reflects his transition from a hands-on engineer to a strategic tech professional. In this edition of #SwitchStories, he shares how his early fascination with fixing broken items laid the foundation for a career in tech, his experience at Interswitch, and his vision for bridging the gap between technology and business strategy.
Onyekachi Madumere's Journey from Winning InterswitchSPAK to Starting an Exciting Tech Career at Interswitch.
In the world of healthcare, time is not just the passing of moments. Time, no matter how brief, could be the difference between life and death, efficiency and wastefulness, the best patient experience and the worst one.
"I would've been a professional footballer today, if I hadn't broken my leg when I was 10". What happens when that is in fact your reality – mourning a childhood dream while piecing together a new and potentially even more rewarding life.
Over 20 years ago, Titilola Shogaolu cut her teeth in the banking industry as one of those charting a course that would redefine the industry's future, a future she now leads as the MD of Interswitch Financial Inclusion Services (IFIS).
Imagine a talented project manager at a dynamic tech company harbouring a hidden passion for art. It reads like a plot straight out of a Hollywood script, yet this is the captivating story of Susan Gakure, Project Manager, Business Value Realization at Interswitch Kenya.
In a world that often feels busy and chaotic, there's something profoundly transformative about taking a moment to pause and simply ‘breathe’. This year, VerveLife returns with its 6th edition centered around the powerful theme Breathe.
Sometimes, things are not always the way they seem. That is the story of Stephen Kakaire, a Site Reliability Engineer working out of Interswitch Uganda.
In the intricate tapestry of global business, where knowledge transfer is often envisaged to flow from established tech hubs to more emerging markets, a unique narrative unfolds within the realm of Interswitch – a story that defies conventional expectations and reshapes the way we perceive
Technovation 2.0, Interswitch’s internal hackathon has come and gone, but the aftermath of the epoch-making event still echoes across The Switch and through the streets of the Nigerian tech ecosystem.
Verve Card has partnered with Google to make digital transactions on Google Play Store easier and more accessible for Nigerians. As of today, Nigerians can use their Verve cards to make purchases on the Google Play Store, strengthening the digital ecosystem in Nigeria.
What makes someone leave a company thirteen years after joining , to go pick up a mouth-watering offer at a global big tech, only to return ‘home’ barely a year after? Adaobi Okerekocha, CIO at Interswitch tells us exactly why and how she made what some may refer to as a ‘controversial’
As we countdown to another edition of the biggest Career Fair, we had a chat with some of the beneficiaries from the past Interswitch Career Fair 1.0. Peter Usih, Oluwatowo Akinbode, and Chukwualuka Obichukwu took us through their journey before, when, and what they love about The Switch.
It's been almost two decades since Muyiwa Asagba Joined Interswitch. In that time, he has risen to become the Managing Director, Digital Commerce and Merchant Acquiring (Interswitch Paymate). But Muyiwa's journey has not been without its ups and downs.
On this day 20 years ago, as we opened the doors of what is now called ‘building 1' for the first time, there were many thoughts running through my mind. Yes, we were excited about the chance to change our world, but then, our excitement was laced with some apprehension and uncertainty.
From the shocker of having to call people by their first name, including the Founder and Group Managing Director, to having to learn on the job in a fast-paced environment, Mariam has come a long way from the green-eyed corps member that resumed at The Switch 13 years ago.
Staying hydrated is very important in the journey to becoming fit and healthy. Water isn't the enemy, drink an adequate amount of water regularly.
Osasere is a tech guy, but he is not your typical tech bro. With a financial services career spanning over 16 years, Osasere has been playing critical roles on the business side of tech – leading Sales and Business Development, striking the deals that drive the Social Services ecosystem and making sure the products get to solve the problem of the end user – without ever writing a single line of code.
Innovation in the fintech space is no longer about speed to market only. Today, it is more about who learns fastest, adapts quickest, and builds solutions that genuinely scale across real markets.
Innovation in the fintech space is no longer about speed to market only. Today, it is more about who learns fastest, adapts quickest, and builds solutions that genuinely scale across real markets.
Interswitch recently hosted an inaugural engineering summit, a novel event that gathered its engineering community to explore innovation, emerging technologies, and the future of the industry.
Twenty years ago, in the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of financial services, a group of exceptional individuals came together with a shared vision. Their goal was ambitious—to transform the payments landscape across Africa.
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