South African fintech startup Curnance is working on revolutionising the financial landscape for international students and tourists in Africa by providing essential financial services and empowering individuals to build credit histories in foreign countries. Formed in 2021 by CEO and founder Jeremiah Olamijuwon, Curnance collaborates with local banks to provide a diverse range of financial services. “Some international students had requested someone to help them make payments in Rand, while they paid the student in South Africa in their local currency. Within six months of operations, Curnance processed over ZAR1 million (US$54,000) from South Africa and Eswatini alone. “Curnance provides a wide range of financial services like savings, credit, and exchange.

Source: The North Africa Journal August 07, 2024 06:48 UTC