Digital solutions startup Bantoo joins the Smart Africa Alliance

The Smart Africa Alliance announced it has welcomed digital solutions platform Bantoo to the alliance, to advance technological developments in the continent.

Africa has the highest entrepreneurship rate in the world. In combination with the rapid technical advancements on the continent, new opportunities arise both for the large growing population but also for the continent as a whole. Africa’s digital future is also key to creating jobs, reducing poverty, inequality, and to foster inclusion for economic growth.

In addition, ICTs, especially startups, can be a considerable lever of action for African States, as they can create wealth and jobs, but also improve the efficiency and transparency of the administration, as well as access to basic social services. In line with this, Smart Africa and Bantoo will join forces towards the development of new digital solutions for communication, money transactions and new employment opportunities on the African continent. 

Georges Betoka, Founder, Bantoo: ''Technology is democratizing business opportunities and young entrepreneurs are innovating in exciting ways. We are extremely pleased to join the Smart Africa alliance and contribute to the digital transformation of the continent.''

Lacina Koné, CEO/Director General, Smart Africa Secretariat: ''Empowering the startup ecosystem to accelerate digital transformation of the continent is one of the key missions of Smart Africa. Therefore, welcoming Bantoo to the alliance is clearly aligned with our ambitions. Their booming and forward-thinking approach will be a great asset to our organization.''

Bantoo offers a range of free digital services that facilitates users to start monetising on their talents to empower individuals to build prosperity.

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