

Volume 22
Volume 22 - The Switch Newsletter
Mar 28, 2025
A Word from Mitchell - Rising Together
“If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”This famous quote, weather-bitten as it is, reveals that the path to sustainable success is rarely a solo journey but one forged through collaboration, shared ideas, and the combined efforts of various parties working toward a common goal. Interswitch’s 22-year journey has been one of innovation driven by collaboration and strategic partnerships — a testament to the strength of collective effort in building Africa’s vibrant digital payments and technology ecosystem. At Interswitch, rising together means recognizing that every voice matters and that true progress happens when we lift each other up. It’s about creating an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute, challenge ideas, and drive innovation. When colleagues and partners operate with trust, transparency, and mutual respect, challenges become stepping stones, and solutions emerge through the beautiful and rich tapestry of diverse perspectives. This edition of the newsletter tells a story of our Rising Together - with customers, colleagues, partners, and other stakeholders. It highlights how we show up and support the communities within which we operate, as well as the partners and customers who entrust us with the gift of collaboration. As we support one another, we strengthen the foundation upon which our collective success is built, resulting in fulfillment for the various parties involved. This sentiment came to the fore this quarter as we deepened our collaboration with various partners on the local and international scenes, a testament to the fact that when we work together, we create lasting impact, inspire others, and chart a path to new frontiers. As we bid farewell to the outgoing financial year and look ahead to a new one, we shall continue to define our path of collaborative success by nurturing partnerships across sectors, empowering businesses, and driving financial inclusion. Together, we will break barriers, set new standards, and rise as we continue to inspire Africa to greatness.

“If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”
This famous quote, weather-bitten as it is, reveals that the path to sustainable success is rarely a solo journey but one forged through collaboration, shared ideas, and the combined efforts of various parties working toward a common goal.
Interswitch’s 22-year journey has been one of innovation driven by collaboration and strategic partnerships — a testament to the strength of collective effort in building Africa’s vibrant digital payments and technology ecosystem.
At Interswitch, rising together means recognizing that every voice matters and that true progress happens when we lift each other up. It’s about creating an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute, challenge ideas, and drive innovation. When colleagues and partners operate with trust, transparency, and mutual respect, challenges become stepping stones, and solutions emerge through the beautiful and rich tapestry of diverse perspectives.
This edition of the newsletter tells a story of our Rising Together - with customers, colleagues, partners, and other stakeholders. It highlights how we show up and support the communities within which we operate, as well as the partners and customers who entrust us with the gift of collaboration.
As we support one another, we strengthen the foundation upon which our collective success is built, resulting in fulfillment for the various parties involved. This sentiment came to the fore this quarter as we deepened our collaboration with various partners on the local and international scenes, a testament to the fact that when we work together, we create lasting impact, inspire others, and chart a path to new frontiers.
As we bid farewell to the outgoing financial year and look ahead to a new one, we shall continue to define our path of collaborative success by nurturing partnerships across sectors, empowering businesses, and driving financial inclusion. Together, we will break barriers, set new standards, and rise as we continue to inspire Africa to greatness.
Business Updates
InterswitchSPAK 6.0: Nigeria's Brightest Young Minds Shine Bright!
The competition was introduced to celebrate exceptional young talent as part of Interswitch’s commitment to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in Africa.
Interswitch Group Hosts Inaugural Ecosystem Innovation Mixer
The Innovation Mixer was conceptualized by Interswitch to bridge the gap between startups and established businesses and the program is designed to provide a periodic platform for stakeholders across the tech ecosystem.

Interswitch Endorses AI Adoption for Workforce Evolution and Economic Growth
Interswitch’s sponsorship of the InnovateAI Conference Lagos 2025 underscores the company’s steadfast commitment to advancing technology and its applications, including AI, to drive financial inclusion and digital transformation.
Interswitch Deepens Collaborative Engagement through the Interswitch Discovery Series
The Interswitch Discovery Series remains committed to sparking innovation, sharing essential knowledge through engaging workshops, dynamic pitch opportunities, and interactive experiences.

Systegra Technologies Ltd, Tier-5 MVNE Licensee, Collaborates with Amdocs
Systegra Technologies will enable Tier 1, 2, and 3 Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) to offer their mobile services, enriching Nigeria’s fast-growing mobile market with a diverse portfolio of products, services, and offers.

Interswitch: Redefining Technology and Engineering Excellence in Nigeria
The event themed, ‘Innovating with Emerging Technologies’, featured an impressive line-up of speakers from Interswitch and other renowned organisations like Microsoft, NetApp and Remita.

Interswitch Recognised as One of the “Happiest Workplaces Around the Globe 2024”
Research from Happy Workplaces® reveals that only 66 per cent of recognised companies report challenges with talent acquisition and retention, compared to a higher 84 per cent among companies that did not make the list.

Interswitch Announces the Second Edition of its Job Shadowing Initiative
The Job Shadowing Programme continues to reinforce Interswitch's substantial investment in talent development, despite Nigeria’s brain drain challenge.

Verve International Named in The Global Payments Power 50
“Earning a place on The Power 50 is a testament to the impact individuals and businesses are making in shaping the future of fintech. It also serves as a trusted benchmark for excellence in the industry.”

Interswitch in Collaboration with Cisco Donates to Five Tertiary Institutions across Nigeria
The beneficiary institutions in this edition of the initiative include Federal University, Owerri (FUTO); University of Benin (UNIBEN); Covenant University, Ota; Yaba College of Technology, Lagos (YABATECH) and the University of Lagos.

Verve Consolidates International Acceptance Footprint with Temu
With additional global partnerships on the horizon, Verve is poised for further innovation, bringing new developments that will enhance the value it offers to its cardholders.

Interswitch and BusinessDay Host Exclusive International Women’s Day Event
At Interswitch, we believe that innovation is not just about technology—it’s about solving real-world problems, breaking barriers, and enabling opportunities.

Interswitch Champions Healthcare Innovation at the 2025 HFN Conference
Beyond its sponsorship of the HFN Conference, Interswitch has a track record of driving digital transformation in Nigeria’s healthcare sector.

Interswitch Promotes Seamless Digital Payments for Hospitality Sector at Mega HORECA Expo 2025
The Interswitch Payment Gateway enables hotels and restaurants to offer frictionless online booking and reservation experience while also streamlining takeaway orders through secure and swift digital transactions.

Interswitch Supports Tech Innovation at GDG DevFest Ibadan 2024
The event afforded Interswitch the opportunity to make significant contributions to the Developer Community.
Interswitch, Lagos State Ministry of Health Engages Healthcare Stakeholders to Accelerate Lagos SHIP
Interswitch remains committed to advancing inclusive healthcare solutions while ensuring the security of patient data, in line with its mission to drive innovation and improve healthcare delivery across Lagos State.
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