Flutterwave Now Accepts American Express, Increasing Payment Options for African Businesses

Flutterwave, the leading African fintech company, has announced a significant partnership with American Express, enabling its customers to accept payments from AmEx cards. This move is set to broaden payment options for businesses across Africa, particularly in e-commerce and cross-border trade.

Historically, African merchants have faced difficulties in accepting payments from international customers, especially those using American Express. With this new integration, businesses using Flutterwave can now seamlessly accept AmEx payments, opening up new revenue streams and providing greater convenience for customers, particularly from the US and other regions where AmEx is popular.

For Flutterwave, this partnership is part of a broader strategy to enhance its payment platform and cater to the diverse needs of African businesses. Meanwhile, American Express gains greater access to the rapidly growing African market, supporting its global expansion strategy.

This collaboration is also expected to boost financial inclusion and digital adoption in Africa, helping to bridge the gap between traditional cash economies and the digital financial ecosystem. As Flutterwave continues to innovate, this partnership underscores its role in driving Africa’s digital transformation and economic growth.