(DAT) - Digital Afrique Telecom (DAT) has launched DigiPay, a transaction processing platform that enables service providers to deliver mobile financial products and services to their customers in Africa. Simplice Anoh, Founder and CEO of DAT unveiled the new service at the second annual conference L’Afrique Digitale, in Paris.

DigiPay is available for use by mobile network operators, banks and other financial institutions, subscription-based service providers, international remittance companies, among other providers. Transactions via DigiPay are fast and secure and can be done via mobile devices or web-based portals.

Simplice Anoh, said, “We are delighted to launch a service that will unlock access to finance and foster economic growth in Africa. At DAT, we take advantage of the opportunities that technology brings to people across the continent. We are confident that DigiPay will address a range of socio-economic challenges, especially financial inclusion, and provide a gateway to vital services such as education and healthcare."

Mobile payments can lower the cost of providing financial services by 80 to 90 percent, enabling providers to serve lower-income customers profitably, according to recent research by McKinsey & Company.

DigiPay empowers a network of merchants and agents to accept electronic payments of goods and services from different mobile money wallets. DAT provides the agents with e-wallets which enable them to perform various transactions such as air time top ups, bill payments, bank deposits and withdrawals.

“Millions of people in Africa own mobile phones, but the same cannot be said of bank accounts,” Mr. Anoh said. “It is important to create financial services so that about 250 million “un-banked” Africans can have access to mobile banking. That’s our mission at DAT.”

Farmers in Africa can also buy and sell agricultural products by using DigiPay. The new service serves as a proof of income for the farmers.

About Digital Afrique Telecom

Digital Afrique Telecom is an industry leading provider in Africa, specialising in the development, aggregation, hosting and sales of expert mobile solutions.

Available in 25 African countries, DAT’s local offices provide online support and in-depth local market business knowledge. Acting as a catalyst for change, Digital Afrique Telecom has built a network of 110 million mobile subscribers through their work with major industry players such as Airtel, MTN and Orange. Offering smart solutions for Africa, DAT’s main goal is to make technology solutions more affordable and easier to use.

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