Flutterwave Expands Payment Options in Nigeria, Now Accepts American Express Cards

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has announced that its online merchants in Nigeria can now accept American Express payments. This new service allows American Express Card Members—including those with consumer, business, or corporate cards—to make payments directly to e-commerce businesses using Flutterwave in Nigeria. The service will soon be extended to Flutterwave merchants in other African countries, including Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, and Uganda.

This collaboration opens up new opportunities for both merchants and shoppers. Flutterwave merchants can now attract a broader customer base, tapping into the global network of American Express Card Members. For shoppers, the partnership offers more flexibility in choosing their preferred payment method when purchasing goods and services online.

Flutterwave Expands Payment Options with Amex
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Olugbenga ‘GB’ Agboola, Founder and CEO of Flutterwave, emphasized the significance of this partnership, stating, “We’re always looking for ways to connect the world to Africa through payments. By offering American Express as a payment option, we’re making the process faster and simpler for cardholders and enhancing the experience for e-commerce businesses on our platform.”

Briana Wilsey, Vice President and General Manager of Global Network Services EMEA at American Express, highlighted the mutual benefits of the collaboration: “This agreement with Flutterwave enables us to offer greater payment choice in Africa, benefiting both businesses and consumers. It’s a win-win as we expand our footprint and provide more locations where our Card Members can use their Cards in Nigeria.”

Written by Boom RadioNG