People At The Heart Of Africa’s Progress

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.

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.

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).

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

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.

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.

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.

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’

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Onyekachi Madumere's Journey from Winning InterswitchSPAK to Starting an Exciting Tech Career at Interswitch.

> 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.

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.

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

For Fisayo Osilaja, curiosity and creativity extend far beyond product research. While she spends her professional days ensuring digital products meet real human needs, she also believes people need spaces to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves.

For many women, impact doesn’t stop when the workday ends. Beyond meetings, projects, and professional responsibilities, there are quiet acts of generosity happening in communities, homes, and conversations that rarely make headlines but change lives.