Kenya’s position as Africa’s fintech powerhouse received another boost after Prime Bank Kenya and Network International reaffirmed their strategic partnership in a move aimed at accelerating next-generation digital payments across the country.
The renewed commitment was sealed during a high-level meeting at Prime Bank’s headquarters in Nairobi, hosted by Prime Bank Managing Director Rajeev Pant and Head of Cards Ratna Abdullatif.
The Network International delegation was led by Group Managing Director for Processing – Africa, Dr Reda Helal, alongside East Africa Regional Managing Director Gunjan Dhingra and Kenya Country Director Geoffrey Alondo.
At the centre of the discussions was a shared ambition to build a resilient, scalable and future-ready payment infrastructure that meets the evolving needs of banks, merchants and consumers in an increasingly digital economy.
“Kenya continues to set the pace in financial innovation, not just in East Africa but across the continent,” said Prime Bank Managing Director Rajeev Pant. “Our partnership with Network International is about staying ahead of that curve by investing in payment solutions that are secure, reliable and designed for the future.”
The talks come at a time when digital payments are rapidly reshaping how Kenyans transact, from mobile wallets and contactless cards to e-commerce and cross-border payments.
With competition intensifying in the financial services sector, banks are under pressure to deliver faster, safer and more seamless payment experiences.
According to Prime Bank, the collaboration with Network International strengthens its ability to roll out advanced card and payment technologies while supporting merchants and businesses seeking modern, scalable solutions.
“Our focus is on enabling innovation that actually works on the ground,” Ratna Abdullatif, Head of Cards at Prime Bank, said. “That means payment systems that are reliable, flexible and able to support both established businesses and emerging digital players.”
Network International, the largest digital payments provider in the Middle East and Africa, said Kenya remains a strategic market in its regional growth plans.
“Kenya’s payments ecosystem is one of the most dynamic in Africa,” said Dr Reda Helal. “By combining Prime Bank’s strong local market leadership with our regional processing capabilities, we are enabling next-generation payment solutions that drive financial inclusion and improve customer experience.”
East Africa Regional Managing Director Gunjan Dhingra added that the partnership reflects a long-term commitment to the market.
“This is not just about technology. It is about supporting sustainable economic growth by empowering banks and merchants with the tools they need to serve customers better.”
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