Vodacom Financial Services Encourages Businesses And Developers To Build Their Own Mini Programs
Vodacom Financial Services Encourages Businesses And Developers To Build Their Own Mini Programs. Vodacom Financial Services is inviting developers and businesses to join the VodaPay ecosystem by building their own “Mini Programs”. Developed by Vodacom Financial Services, in partnership with global digital lifestyle services platform Alipay, VodaPay is a mobile payments solution that has been customised to meet the specific lifestyle and payment needs of consumers, businesses and tech developers, says the mobile operator.
Shameel Joosub, Vodacom Group chief executive officer told IT Web that, “Since we announced the VodaPay Super App in July last year, we have made significant strides in developing this technology solution that will transform the fintech ecosystem in South Africa. Our powerful partnership with Alipay strengthens our access to world-class technology and puts us on par with leading global digital counterparts.”
“If we are to drive financial inclusion, and go even further together, we want to offer the capabilities of the VodaPay Mini Programs to as many businesses, of all sizes, across multiple industries as possible. Through collaboration in establishing an inclusive mobile payment ecosystem, we can change the economic landscape for the benefit of the entire country.” Joosub added.
Mariam Cassim, chief officer of Vodacom Financial and Digital Services also told IT Web that, “This is the perfect opportunity for businesses and developers to establish a presence in this hi-tech, scalable digital mall. They can access millions of potential customers every day. While VodaPay will be accessible to customers on any mobile network, it will be zero-rated for all Vodacom customers. This is to further enhance digital inclusion in South Africa. This reduces the time, costs and administration when submitting apps for approval and results in faster development cycles, speeding up access to market.”
The VodaPay Masterpass app from MasterCard makes it easy to pay for just about anything, from groceries to bills to online shopping. It combines security and convenience; ensuring customers never caught short, or caught out when it comes to making payments.
