🌍 Global fintech vs African fintech: what works, what doesn’t ? Are global digital payment models applicable in Africa ? In this video, Selma Ribica, Board Member at Axian Finanacial Services, shares her perspective : 💡 Africa can draw inspiration from India, Southeast Asia, or LATAM — markets with similar challenges such as fragmented geographies, complex regulation, and lower purchasing power. 💡 But simply replicating global models doesn’t work. Success in Africa requires adaptation to local realities. ▶️ Watch the video to hear her insights. #AxianOIF #Axian #Fintech #Africa #DigitalPayments #Innovation
Axian Open Innovation & Fintech
Financial Services
Accelerating Innovation | Empowering Africa’s Fintech Ecosystem | Transforming Economies Through Digitalization
About us
At AXIAN Open Innovation & Fintech, we are dedicated to accelerating innovation and fostering an inclusive, entrepreneurial ecosystem across Africa. By harnessing the power of digitalization, big data, and fintech, we are revolutionizing how businesses operate and empowering individuals to thrive in the digital age. As part of AXIAN, a Pan-African player, we are committed to driving socio-economic transformation in the countries where we operate. With over 7,500 passionate and daring employees, we work tirelessly to ensure that our innovations have a lasting, positive impact on the lives of millions of Africans. Our mission is to help transform the African economy, making it more inclusive and innovative. We achieve this by collaborating closely with stakeholders to develop efficient, cost-effective, and user-friendly digital solutions. By conducting thorough market research and leveraging cutting-edge technologies, we create products and services that cater to the unique needs of African communities. At the heart of our strategy lies a strong focus on the fintech sector. We believe that financial inclusion is the key to unlocking economic opportunities and empowering individuals to achieve their dreams. Through our innovative fintech solutions and moving in synergy with AXIAN Telecom's subsidiaries MVola, Tigo Pesa, T-Money and Free Money, we are dismantling barriers to financial services, enabling greater access for more people. Join us on our journey as we redefine the future of innovation in Africa. Together, we can create a more prosperous, equitable, and connected continent for all.
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- Financial Services
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- 501-1,000 employees
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- Fintech and Open Innovation
Updates
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💡 “If you want to succeed in fintech, you need to be in the room.” In this video, GELEBART Erwan, CEO of Axian Open Innovation & Fintech, shares how his leadership philosophy is shaped by one conviction : 👉 Fintech leaders must be close to the customer, 👉 Close to the product, 👉 And never lose sight of the mission — making financial services accessible to everyone. ▶️ Discover his perspective on building impactful fintech. #Fintech #CustomerExperience #Leadership #Innovation #AxianOIF
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🌍 The future of finance in Africa is already here From farmers in Madagascar to street vendors in Senegal, fintech is reshaping daily lives and entire economies. In the 10th edition of the AXIAN Group newsletter, our COO @Elias Yazbeck explains why : ✨ Financial inclusion is about more than accounts — it’s about giving people and SMEs the tools to grow. ✨ Nearly 2 billion mobile wallets are now active across Africa. ✨ The next frontier: AI, instant payments, and new financial services that go beyond cash. At Axian Open Innovation & Fintech, this is the mission we drive every day : making financial services simpler, faster, and more inclusive for millions across the continent. 📬 Discover the full newsletter below https://lnkd.in/eBBfK3eu #Axian #AxianOIF #Fintech #FinancialInclusion #MobileMoney #Innovation
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🌍 Supporting those who keep Zanzibar’s economy thriving The Clove Farmer Medical Insurance Initiative, led by Mixx Tanzania in partnership with ZSTC, is a powerful example of how fintech can drive financial inclusion, social protection, and economic resilience. By combining digital financial services with medical insurance, this program safeguards farmers’ livelihoods and reinforces our mission at Axian Open Innovation & Fintech: making innovation work for people and communities. 👏 Congratulations to the Mixx Tanzania team for this inspiring achievement, recently awarded 1st Prize at the AXIAN Impact Awards. #AxianOIF #Axian #MixxTZ #FinancialInclusion #Innovation #Impact https://lnkd.in/eSj4FaPx
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🚀 A major step forward for MVOLA COMORES ! We are proud to announce the opening of the very first MVOLA COMORES Point of Presence (POP) in Moroni 🇰🇲. This modern and accessible space will support customers, professionals, and partners in all their needs, reflecting our shared commitment to : 👉 Bringing services closer to communities 👉 Providing high-quality support 👉 Empowering local businesses 👉 Accelerating Comoros’ digital transformation 👏 Congratulations to the MVOLA COMORES teams for this achievement, which marks an important milestone in strengthening financial inclusion and innovation in the country. #AxianOIF #Axian #MVola #Comoros #FinancialInclusion #Innovation
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🌍 Launch of the new Mixx Tanzania website We are pleased to announce the launch of the new Mixx Tanzania website — a platform designed to offer a clearer, faster, and more intuitive user experience. This new digital space reflects our commitment to : ✅ Enhancing accessibility to our services ✅ Providing reliable and secure information ✅ Supporting the growth of digital financial solutions in Tanzania 🔗 Discover the new website here: https://mixx.co.tz/ #AxianOIF #Axian #MixxTZ #Fintech #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Tanzania
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⚡ Battle of Ideas : Security vs. Growth 🚀 No growth without security. In fintech, trust is everything — and trust starts with compliance and robust IT security. 🎥 Hear from Sophie Barre Guth, Head of Risk & Compliance, and Elias Yazbeck, COO at Axian Open Innovation & Fintech, on why a culture of security must be embedded from day one. 👉 Watch the video #AxianOIF #Axian #Fintech #Trust #CyberSecurity #Compliance #Growth #OIF
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💡 Simplifying financial operations for businesses in Senegal Salary payments, supplier settlements, invoice tracking, cash collection… managing financial flows is a constant challenge for companies and often consumes valuable time. With FlexPay, developed by Mixx Sénégal, businesses can now centralize and automate their operations, gaining real-time visibility over all transactions and freeing up resources to focus on growth. By tackling these structural challenges, FlexPay is helping to modernize financial management and strengthen business efficiency in Senegal. This aligns with our ambition at Axian Open Innovation & Fintech to make digital financial services simpler, faster, and more inclusive. #MixxSN #FlexPay #Fintech #Innovation #B2B #Payments #OpenInnovation
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📚 Celebrating an inspiring education initiative Earlier this month, MVola took part in the Diary Nofy Reading Festival to celebrate reading with children and young people from across Madagascar. 🌍 Organized by Teach For Madagascar and the Let's Read program, the event highlighted the importance of access to reading and education opportunities for the next generations. By supporting such initiatives, MVola reaffirms its commitment to empowering Malagasy communities and contributing to a more equitable and inclusive future. #Inclusion #Education #SocialImpact #TeachForMadagascar #LetsRead
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🌍 From Manila to Africa : what can we learn from mobile money success stories ? Our CEO GELEBART Erwan and COO Elias Yazbeck joined industry leaders in the Philippines to dive into the country’s fast-evolving mobile money ecosystem. The visit was a powerful reminder that peer-to-peer learning across regions is key to accelerating financial inclusion and unlocking opportunities for Africa. ▶️ Discover the highlights and expert insights in the video produced by GSMA - Mobile for Development
🌍 Unlocking Mobile Money Insights: The Philippines Immersive Learning Trip 2025 Mobile money industry leaders gathered in Manila for an immersive learning trip to better understand the Philippines’ fast-evolving mobile money landscape. In this video, hear from experts including Elias Yazbeck, Elsa Muzzolini, Cedric N'guessan, Sumit Prasad, Isaac Kibere ACIArb, Certified Mediator, Reenu Verma, Makan GUISSE, GELEBART Erwan, Serigne Dioum, and Mathieu Berthelot as they reflect on: ✅ What inspired them most during the visit ✅ Key success factors in the Philippines’ mobile money journey ✅ Opportunities with strong potential for African markets ✅ The value of peer-to-peer engagement across regions The trip highlighted the power of collaboration and cross-market learning in driving financial inclusion. ▶️ Watch the video to relive the highlights and discover insights shaping the future of mobile money. https://lnkd.in/ghR__asw #MMLGPhilippines #MobileMoney #FinancialInclusion #FinTech
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