International Finance Corporation

International Finance Corporation (IFC), established in 1956, is a member of the World Bank Group dedicated to fostering private sector development in emerging markets. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with global offices, IFC provides financial and advisory services to support economic activities across various sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, and financial services. It invests in both direct equity and debt, as well as fund investments, with a focus on projects that promote sustainable development and inclusive growth. IFC's investment range typically spans from $1 million to $100 million, with a minority equity stake, often up to 20%. It also offers debt financing, with loan sizes up to 25% of total project costs or 50% for expansion projects. IFC's portfolio includes a mix of asset-backed securities, corporate debt securities, government obligations, equity investments, and derivative assets. It aims to exit investments through domestic stock markets, arrangements with project sponsors, or public listings within 7 to 15 years.

Wale Ayeni

Regional Head Africa Venture Capital

Paulo De Bolle

Director, Special Situations

Ali Demirci

Global Head, Venture Capital Funds

Andi Dervishi

Chief Investment Officer and Global Head, Fintech

Makhtar Diop

Managing Director

Imad N. Fakhoury

IFC Regional Director South Asia

Allen Forlemu

Regional Industry Director, Financial Institutions Group, Asia and Pacific

Stephanie Friedeburg

Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Resources

Mohamed Gouled

Vice President, Industries

Cheryl Hanway

Director

Saadia Khairi

Vice President and Chief Risk Officer

Rosy Khanna

Regional Industry Director for Financial Institutions in Asia-Pacific

Alfonso Garcia Mora

Regional Vice President for Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean

Vivek Pathak

Director and Global Head of Climate Business

Mary Peschka

Regional Director for Eastern Africa

Sergio Pimenta

Regional Vice President, Africa

Oumar Seydi

IFC Regional Director, Africa

Sarvesh Suri

Regional Industry Director, Infrastructure and Natural Resources

Dahlia Khalifa

Regional Director of Central Africa, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone

Past deals in Payments

Zepz

Series F in 2024
Zepz is an online money transfer service that enables individuals to send money to friends and family living abroad through computers, smartphones, or tablets. It provides a convenient and cost-effective alternative to traditional money transfer companies, which often charge high fees. Zepz allows users to send funds to over 140 destinations worldwide, including Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Americas. Recipients can receive money as bank deposits, cash pickups, Mobile Money, or mobile airtime top-ups. The platform is designed to facilitate secure international transfers, utilizing technology that allows customers to manage their funds efficiently, with lower processing fees compared to conventional methods. Zepz operates in 50 countries, aiming to simplify the process of remittance for its users.

Vayana Network

Series D in 2024
Vayana Network is a financing network that facilitates electronic trade transactions between businesses and their trade partners. It enables companies to efficiently manage their receivables and payables by connecting them with banks and financial institutions for financing options. Through its online lending platform, Vayana Network provides working capital finance specifically designed for small and medium enterprises, allowing them to access short-term business loans to support growth. The company also offers a Commercial Card solution in collaboration with MasterCard and various banks, enhancing payable financing options for its clients. By streamlining the trade financing process, Vayana Network aims to empower businesses in managing their financial operations more effectively.

MNT-Halan

Venture Round in 2024
MNT-Halan is a microfinance lending and payments company focused on serving the unbanked population and promoting electronic payment solutions. The company offers a diverse range of financial services, including small and micro business lending, consumer finance, and digital payment options such as mobile wallets and cards. By combining proprietary digital channels with physical networks, MNT-Halan aims to facilitate the digitalization of banking services for both commercial and retail clients. Through its innovative solutions, MNT-Halan seeks to replace cash transactions with more accessible and efficient electronic alternatives.

TerraPay

Debt Financing in 2024
TerraPay is a mobile-first international payment network that enables secure and seamless transnational money transfers. By interconnecting various financial services providers, such as mobile wallet services, money transfer operators, banks, and payment platforms, TerraPay creates one cohesive network for the movement of funds. The company offers a range of transaction types, including interpersonal transfers, e-payments, and government disbursements. Its platform-agnostic approach supports standard open APIs, allowing for easy integration with any mobile wallet provider. This single connection grants partners access to a global payment network, streamlining service expansion while reducing operational and capital expenditures. As a regulated financial intermediary, TerraPay also encompasses regulatory compliance, foreign exchange management, and fund settlement within its suite of services, ensuring the processing, clearing, and settlement of mobile payments is handled efficiently and securely.

Suning Finance

Venture Round in 2024
Suning Finance is the financial services division of Suning Commerce Group Co., Ltd., a prominent Chinese electronics retailer. It focuses on providing a range of financial products and services tailored to meet the needs of consumers and businesses. By leveraging its extensive retail network and customer base, Suning Finance aims to enhance financial accessibility and streamline financial transactions for its users. The unit plays a critical role in integrating financial services with retail operations, promoting a seamless experience for customers. Through innovative offerings, Suning Finance seeks to strengthen its position in the competitive financial services market in China.

Bold

Series C in 2024
Bold is a company that operates an application designed to facilitate payments and manage sales reports and transactions, specifically targeting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Colombia. Founded in 2019 and based in Bogotá, Colombia, Bold aims to simplify financial processes for its clients. In addition to its core financial services, Bold Media, Inc., which was established in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California, provides an internal blog platform that helps organizations share knowledge and ideas efficiently.

TerraPay

Series B in 2023
TerraPay is a mobile-first international payment network that enables secure and seamless transnational money transfers. By interconnecting various financial services providers, such as mobile wallet services, money transfer operators, banks, and payment platforms, TerraPay creates one cohesive network for the movement of funds. The company offers a range of transaction types, including interpersonal transfers, e-payments, and government disbursements. Its platform-agnostic approach supports standard open APIs, allowing for easy integration with any mobile wallet provider. This single connection grants partners access to a global payment network, streamlining service expansion while reducing operational and capital expenditures. As a regulated financial intermediary, TerraPay also encompasses regulatory compliance, foreign exchange management, and fund settlement within its suite of services, ensuring the processing, clearing, and settlement of mobile payments is handled efficiently and securely.

MNT-Halan

Venture Round in 2023
MNT-Halan is a microfinance lending and payments company focused on serving the unbanked population and promoting electronic payment solutions. The company offers a diverse range of financial services, including small and micro business lending, consumer finance, and digital payment options such as mobile wallets and cards. By combining proprietary digital channels with physical networks, MNT-Halan aims to facilitate the digitalization of banking services for both commercial and retail clients. Through its innovative solutions, MNT-Halan seeks to replace cash transactions with more accessible and efficient electronic alternatives.

Adumo

Funding Round in 2022
Adumo is a fintech company focused on transforming the payment acceptance landscape in sub-Saharan Africa. It provides payment processing services that allow business owners to securely accept a variety of payment types through an omnichannel approach. Adumo supports a diverse range of merchants, including multinational corporations, independent retailers, entrepreneurs, and informal traders. In addition to payment processing, the company offers tools for working capital requirements, consumer engagement, and business support, along with an in-store consumer credit platform and necessary hardware. Through its services, Adumo aims to help businesses grow, simplify operations, and optimize their payment experiences, all while ensuring end-to-end transaction reconciliation and delivering valuable business insights.

Wave Mobile Money

Debt Financing in 2022
Wave Mobile Money is a financial technology company focused on providing app-based solutions for saving, transferring, and borrowing money in Africa. With a mission to create the first cashless continent, Wave aims to address the challenge of limited access to banking services, as less than 10% of the African population has a bank account. The company is developing an inclusive financial network that offers no account fees and allows for instant transactions, making it accessible to a broader audience. By leveraging technology, Wave is creating affordable financial services that enable individuals to manage their money effectively, thereby fostering economic empowerment and contributing to poverty alleviation. Its platform supports various services, including deposits, withdrawals, bill payments, and money transfers, facilitating cashless transactions for users and businesses alike.

Vayana Network

Series C in 2022
Vayana Network is a financing network that facilitates electronic trade transactions between businesses and their trade partners. It enables companies to efficiently manage their receivables and payables by connecting them with banks and financial institutions for financing options. Through its online lending platform, Vayana Network provides working capital finance specifically designed for small and medium enterprises, allowing them to access short-term business loans to support growth. The company also offers a Commercial Card solution in collaboration with MasterCard and various banks, enhancing payable financing options for its clients. By streamlining the trade financing process, Vayana Network aims to empower businesses in managing their financial operations more effectively.

Wave Mobile Money

Series A in 2021
Wave Mobile Money is a financial technology company focused on providing app-based solutions for saving, transferring, and borrowing money in Africa. With a mission to create the first cashless continent, Wave aims to address the challenge of limited access to banking services, as less than 10% of the African population has a bank account. The company is developing an inclusive financial network that offers no account fees and allows for instant transactions, making it accessible to a broader audience. By leveraging technology, Wave is creating affordable financial services that enable individuals to manage their money effectively, thereby fostering economic empowerment and contributing to poverty alleviation. Its platform supports various services, including deposits, withdrawals, bill payments, and money transfers, facilitating cashless transactions for users and businesses alike.

Klar

Series B in 2021
Klar is a digital financial platform focused on providing deposit and credit services to customers in Mexico. The company operates as a challenger bank, offering instant credit, as well as cashback and withdrawal services without commissions, through its card and mobile application. By leveraging technology, Klar aims to deliver secure and cost-effective alternatives to traditional credit and debt services, catering to the evolving needs of its users.

Adumo

Venture Round in 2021
Adumo is a fintech company focused on transforming the payment acceptance landscape in sub-Saharan Africa. It provides payment processing services that allow business owners to securely accept a variety of payment types through an omnichannel approach. Adumo supports a diverse range of merchants, including multinational corporations, independent retailers, entrepreneurs, and informal traders. In addition to payment processing, the company offers tools for working capital requirements, consumer engagement, and business support, along with an in-store consumer credit platform and necessary hardware. Through its services, Adumo aims to help businesses grow, simplify operations, and optimize their payment experiences, all while ensuring end-to-end transaction reconciliation and delivering valuable business insights.

Klar

Series A in 2020
Klar is a digital financial platform focused on providing deposit and credit services to customers in Mexico. The company operates as a challenger bank, offering instant credit, as well as cashback and withdrawal services without commissions, through its card and mobile application. By leveraging technology, Klar aims to deliver secure and cost-effective alternatives to traditional credit and debt services, catering to the evolving needs of its users.

TerraPay

Venture Round in 2020
TerraPay is a mobile-first international payment network that enables secure and seamless transnational money transfers. By interconnecting various financial services providers, such as mobile wallet services, money transfer operators, banks, and payment platforms, TerraPay creates one cohesive network for the movement of funds. The company offers a range of transaction types, including interpersonal transfers, e-payments, and government disbursements. Its platform-agnostic approach supports standard open APIs, allowing for easy integration with any mobile wallet provider. This single connection grants partners access to a global payment network, streamlining service expansion while reducing operational and capital expenditures. As a regulated financial intermediary, TerraPay also encompasses regulatory compliance, foreign exchange management, and fund settlement within its suite of services, ensuring the processing, clearing, and settlement of mobile payments is handled efficiently and securely.

Currencycloud

Series E in 2020
Currencycloud is a global payments platform that simplifies the complexities of cross-border money transfers. It provides a foreign exchange payments automation solution, enabling businesses to transact in multiple currencies with ease. Through its API building blocks, developers can create customized payment solutions that integrate seamlessly into their products and services. The platform automates the end-to-end payment process, offering services for payment collection, currency conversion, and digital currency management. By managing the regulatory challenges of international payments, Currencycloud equips businesses across various industries with the tools necessary to embrace digital wallets and embed financial solutions into their operations, facilitating global expansion and enhancing their overall payment capabilities.

2C2P

Series E in 2019
2C2P is a comprehensive payments platform based in Singapore that enables enterprises to securely accept and process payments through a single integration point. The company supports a wide range of payment methods across online, mobile, and offline channels, boasting a network that includes over 400,000 alternative payment locations. 2C2P caters to both banked and unbanked transactions, providing e-commerce and mobile commerce payment solutions that facilitate peer-to-peer payments, money transfers, and other banking activities. Additionally, the platform offers value-added services such as issuing, 3D Secure, bill payments, and digital goods, making it a preferred choice for technology firms, online marketplaces, retailers, and global enterprises seeking efficient and secure payment solutions.

TerraPay

Venture Round in 2019
TerraPay is a mobile-first international payment network that enables secure and seamless transnational money transfers. By interconnecting various financial services providers, such as mobile wallet services, money transfer operators, banks, and payment platforms, TerraPay creates one cohesive network for the movement of funds. The company offers a range of transaction types, including interpersonal transfers, e-payments, and government disbursements. Its platform-agnostic approach supports standard open APIs, allowing for easy integration with any mobile wallet provider. This single connection grants partners access to a global payment network, streamlining service expansion while reducing operational and capital expenditures. As a regulated financial intermediary, TerraPay also encompasses regulatory compliance, foreign exchange management, and fund settlement within its suite of services, ensuring the processing, clearing, and settlement of mobile payments is handled efficiently and securely.

Fawaterak

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Fawaterak is a company dedicated to providing essential tools for merchants and small businesses to enhance their operational efficiency and financial management. It offers a suite of services that enables businesses to accept credit and debit card payments securely and quickly, manage sales and inventory in real-time, and foster customer relationships through loyalty programs. The platform supports freelancers and small enterprises by simplifying the invoicing and payment processes, allowing users to create and deliver customized invoices while offering various payment options. Additionally, Fawaterak provides essential features such as point of sale systems, online checkout solutions, mobile app administration, and compliance with tax and eInvoice regulations, empowering businesses to grow and thrive in a competitive landscape.

Netsahem

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Netsahem is a donation network platform that specializes in digital fundraising for non-profit organizations. It provides a user-friendly platform that facilitates electronic donations, offering a diverse range of e-payment methods to ensure easy and efficient transfer of funds. Netsahem aims to empower non-profits, particularly those operating offline, by helping them expand their outreach and increase their fundraising capabilities. Through its innovative solutions, the company contributes to supporting people in need throughout the Egypt region.

Koin

Series A in 2018
Koin is a pioneering financial technology company in Latin America, specializing in Buy Now, Pay Later solutions that are designed to be secure and free of bureaucracy. The company provides a range of financial services for both business-to-business and business-to-consumer markets, including payment options through Pix and a robust anti-fraud solution. Koin aims to enhance the shopping experience by making consumption more accessible and valuable for consumers and corporate clients alike. By facilitating online purchases with a post-pay application that ensures payment occurs only after product receipt, Koin fosters trust between users and online retailers. In 2020, Koin was acquired by Despegar, the largest travel company in the region, further solidifying its position in the market.

MoviiRed

Series A in 2017
MoviiRed is an agent network based in Bogotá, Colombia, that specializes in providing a wide range of transactional services. Founded in 2002, the company enables users to access various solutions through physical points and its allied mobile application. Its offerings include mobile phone recharges, bill payments for public and private services, and the purchase of digital content such as subscriptions to streaming platforms and gaming services. Additionally, MoviiRed acts as a banking correspondent for major financial entities, facilitating services like national transfers and public transport payments. The company's business model is designed to support small businesses in maximizing their revenue while simplifying financial transactions for Colombian consumers.

MONi

Venture Round in 2017
MONi is a financial technology company based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, specializing in a microloans platform that allows users to obtain cash advances online. Founded in September 2013 by Alejandro Estrada and Juan Pablo Bruzzo, MONi's innovative platform streamlines the loan application process, enabling consumers to access funds quickly and conveniently through a mobile application. The platform facilitates not only cash advances but also payments for telecom, utility, and other bills, eliminating the need for formalities or extensive paperwork. By focusing on enhancing traditional financial services, MONi aims to provide a seamless financial experience for its customers.

Network International

Venture Round in 2017
Network International is a prominent provider of payment solutions in the Middle East and Africa, established in 1994. The company offers a comprehensive suite of technology-enabled services designed to meet the diverse needs of merchants and financial institutions. Its offerings include credit and debit card processing, ATM management, merchant acquiring, and consumer finance applications. Network International is recognized for its innovative approach and ability to deliver tailored solutions that enhance payment transactions, making them secure, fast, and efficient. As a principal member of Visa International and MasterCard International in the UAE, it holds a significant position in the market, being the first independent vendor certified by both networks for card payments. The company also provides consultancy services to assist clients in planning and designing new card products and programs. Committed to driving customer revenue and profitability, Network International continues to evolve its services to adapt to the growing demands of the digital commerce landscape.

Zoona

Venture Round in 2017
Zoona is a mobile technology company established in 2009, headquartered in South Africa with operations in Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique. It specializes in developing products such as money transfers, electronic voucher payments, and agent payments, aiming to provide safe and reliable financial services to underserved communities across Africa. As of now, Zoona has processed over $2 billion in transactions, demonstrating its significant impact on the continent's financial landscape. The company has been recognized by notable organizations like The Nike Foundation and The Unreasonable Group for its potential to empower young entrepreneurs and help girls become entrepreneurs, thereby contributing to poverty alleviation efforts.

Iyzico

Series C in 2017
Iyzico is a company that specializes in providing secure payment management solutions tailored for online businesses across various industries. Their platform offers several key products, including iyziPos, a virtual point-of-sale solution with automated fraud prevention and high authorization-rate bank integrations; iyziBazaar, which manages marketplace payments; iyziLink, allowing customers to pay via link without needing a shopping site; and Buyer Protection, ensuring a secure shopping experience. The company's platform supports multiple payment options such as recurring payments, bin control, one-click payment, installment payments, and bank transfers, enabling e-commerce companies to start accepting payments on the same day of integration through a single application.

Airtm

Seed Round in 2017
Airtm Inc., established in 2015, operates an online platform enabling users worldwide to send, receive, and store money in U.S. dollars. The company connects users with certified cashiers who facilitate transactions, with Airtm Inc. earning a commission. Airtm Inc. is headquartered in Dover, Delaware, and its services are accessible via a web-based platform.

Remitly

Debt Financing in 2016
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that specializes in facilitating international money transfers through its extensive network across Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua, Remitly offers a mobile payment service that allows consumers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom to send money easily to friends and family. The company utilizes advanced technology to streamline the money transfer process, eliminating unnecessary steps and fees associated with traditional methods. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., providing a cost-effective and reliable service for its customers. Revenue is generated through transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads, positioning Remitly as a key player in the evolving financial services landscape for immigrants.

Remitly

Series C in 2016
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that specializes in facilitating international money transfers through its extensive network across Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua, Remitly offers a mobile payment service that allows consumers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom to send money easily to friends and family. The company utilizes advanced technology to streamline the money transfer process, eliminating unnecessary steps and fees associated with traditional methods. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., providing a cost-effective and reliable service for its customers. Revenue is generated through transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads, positioning Remitly as a key player in the evolving financial services landscape for immigrants.

Zoona

Series B in 2016
Zoona is a mobile technology company established in 2009, headquartered in South Africa with operations in Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique. It specializes in developing products such as money transfers, electronic voucher payments, and agent payments, aiming to provide safe and reliable financial services to underserved communities across Africa. As of now, Zoona has processed over $2 billion in transactions, demonstrating its significant impact on the continent's financial landscape. The company has been recognized by notable organizations like The Nike Foundation and The Unreasonable Group for its potential to empower young entrepreneurs and help girls become entrepreneurs, thereby contributing to poverty alleviation efforts.

Iyzico

Series B in 2015
Iyzico is a company that specializes in providing secure payment management solutions tailored for online businesses across various industries. Their platform offers several key products, including iyziPos, a virtual point-of-sale solution with automated fraud prevention and high authorization-rate bank integrations; iyziBazaar, which manages marketplace payments; iyziLink, allowing customers to pay via link without needing a shopping site; and Buyer Protection, ensuring a secure shopping experience. The company's platform supports multiple payment options such as recurring payments, bin control, one-click payment, installment payments, and bank transfers, enabling e-commerce companies to start accepting payments on the same day of integration through a single application.

YellowPepper

Series C in 2015
YellowPepper USA, LLC is a pioneer in mobile banking and payment solutions in Latin America, founded in 2004 and based in Miami, Florida. The company offers a white-labeled mobile payment platform compatible with major operating systems and communication protocols, including NFC, BLE, and QR codes, facilitating cashless transactions for consumers, businesses, and banks. YellowPepper also provides a mobile banking suite, enabling financial institutions to address the evolving needs of their clients. With a presence in countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, the company employs over 60 professionals across the region. Backed by Visa and the International Finance Corporation, YellowPepper combines extensive market knowledge with advanced payment technology, contributing to a robust payment ecosystem that enhances the purchasing experience for consumers and merchants alike.

YellowPepper

Series C in 2013
YellowPepper USA, LLC is a pioneer in mobile banking and payment solutions in Latin America, founded in 2004 and based in Miami, Florida. The company offers a white-labeled mobile payment platform compatible with major operating systems and communication protocols, including NFC, BLE, and QR codes, facilitating cashless transactions for consumers, businesses, and banks. YellowPepper also provides a mobile banking suite, enabling financial institutions to address the evolving needs of their clients. With a presence in countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, the company employs over 60 professionals across the region. Backed by Visa and the International Finance Corporation, YellowPepper combines extensive market knowledge with advanced payment technology, contributing to a robust payment ecosystem that enhances the purchasing experience for consumers and merchants alike.

SafetyPay

Venture Round in 2013
SafetyPay is a global internet payment solution that facilitates secure online transactions for customers using their local bank accounts in their preferred currency. Designed to address the increasing demand for safe online payment methods, SafetyPay allows users to make purchases from merchants worldwide without the need for credit cards. Its software caters to various industries, including airline, automotive, retail, finance, and insurance, by providing real-time global payment options. By enabling hassle-free and secure transactions, SafetyPay enhances the online shopping experience for consumers and merchants alike.

Earthport

Post in 2013
Earthport is a global financial services company specializing in cross-border payment solutions. The company offers its services to business enterprises and banks, facilitating international payments in over 50 countries and territories. Earthport aims to provide a faster, more cost-effective, and transparent payment experience, enabling clients to send money efficiently to nearly any location worldwide.

YellowPepper

Series B in 2010
YellowPepper USA, LLC is a pioneer in mobile banking and payment solutions in Latin America, founded in 2004 and based in Miami, Florida. The company offers a white-labeled mobile payment platform compatible with major operating systems and communication protocols, including NFC, BLE, and QR codes, facilitating cashless transactions for consumers, businesses, and banks. YellowPepper also provides a mobile banking suite, enabling financial institutions to address the evolving needs of their clients. With a presence in countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, the company employs over 60 professionals across the region. Backed by Visa and the International Finance Corporation, YellowPepper combines extensive market knowledge with advanced payment technology, contributing to a robust payment ecosystem that enhances the purchasing experience for consumers and merchants alike.
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