Montran Africa: A New Era for Fintech in the Continent
Montran, a global leader in financial technology, has officially announced the launch of Montran Africa, its regional headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. This significant move represents a new chapter in Montran's partnership with Africa, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the continent’s financial evolution.
The launch event drew together key stakeholders including representatives from central banks, financial institutions, regulators, and industry leaders from across Africa. The occasion celebrated Montran's decades-long collaboration with the continent and the formal establishment of its regional operations. The Nairobi office is set to become a hub for customer engagement, support for implementation, and innovation within Africa’s rapidly changing financial ecosystem.
According to Alexander Esca, CEO of Montran, “Africa is experiencing one of the most exciting transformations in global finance.” He continued, “The launch of Montran Africa reflects our enduring commitment to the continent. We have long been part of Africa's financial journey and today we deepen that relationship.”
With Wohoro Ndohho as the Regional Executive Director, Montran Africa is primed for closer collaboration with clients, enabling faster delivery and tailored solutions to meet the diverse markets of Africa. Montran’s systems already support critical national and regional infrastructures across the continent, ensuring secure, real-time, and interoperable financial transactions.
“This launch is both a celebration and a commitment,” stated Ndohho during the opening event. “A celebration of our achievements with partners throughout Africa and a promise that Montran will continue to invest, innovate, and collaborate to deliver the next generation of financial infrastructure that fosters inclusion, resilience, and growth.”
Montran’s solutions underpin financial markets across Africa, serving millions of users daily. Its offerings range from Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and Automated Clearing House (ACH) systems to Central Securities Depository (CSD) platforms and cross-border payment hubs, fostering an environment of interoperability, inclusion, and innovation. The technology provided by Montran is essential for national and regional financial systems, ensuring stability, transparency, and ongoing modernization across various markets.
The establishment of Montran Africa signifies a new milestone in the company's relationship with the continent. As Africa accelerates towards digital transformation and cross-border financial integration, Montran invites all stakeholders to join in this shared journey towards a more innovative financial future.
About Montran
Founded to serve the financial sector, Montran is a leading provider of payment and securities market infrastructure solutions, operational in over ninety countries worldwide. To learn more, visit
www.montran.com.