South African earned wage access startup Paymenow has partnered Uganda’s Thiqa Digital Finance, a leading Islamic finance platform, to allow Ugandan government employees with early and responsible access to their earned wages, completely secure and interest-free, via a mobile app. Our mission perfectly aligns with Paymenow’s commitment to fair finance, and financial well-being across Africa. We are dedicated to empowering salaried workers across Uganda, and are excited to expand our offering with convenient access to affordable finance and financial educational tools,” said Danielle Lavan, CEO of Thiqa Digital Finance. By partnering with Paymenow, we are bringing their direct payroll integration solution to Ugandan government employees, helping them bridge the gap between paydays and managing unexpected expenses. With our EWA technology, users in South Africa, Zambia and Namibia gain early access to their earned wages, enabling them to address pressing financial needs.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 10, 2024 15:19 UTC