Flutterwave, a leading African payment technology company, has announced the official launch of its remittance platform, Send App, in Malawi. The service is designed to provide faster, easier, and more affordable cross-border money transfers, offering a vital solution for Malawians both at home and abroad.
With Send App, users can receive money on mobile apps and web platforms, making it accessible to a wide range of customer segments in the country. The app offers favorable exchange rates, round-the-clock in-app support, and access to a dedicated customer service team. Send App is built on Flutterwave’s robust security infrastructure, ensuring that customer data and funds are protected by the same high global standards used for businesses served by the company.
Leveraging International Money Transfer License
Flutterwave’s move into the Malawian market comes after obtaining the International Money Transfer Operators (IMTO) license from the Reserve Bank of Malawi. This license enables Flutterwave to expand its services, allowing individuals in the Malawian diaspora—particularly in the UK, US, and Europe—to send money seamlessly to any bank in Malawi through the Send App.
This expansion makes it easier for Malawians to access financial support from their families and friends abroad, providing a secure, reliable platform for international remittances.
A Commitment to Strengthening Connections
Olugbenga ‘GB’ Agboola, Flutterwave’s Founder and CEO, emphasized the company’s focus on delivering value where it’s most needed, particularly in the realm of remittances. “Send App’s arrival in Malawi aligns with our mission to support the personal needs of individuals through reliable cross-border money transfers,” Agboola noted. He highlighted the importance of remittances in Malawi, marking the launch as the beginning of a broader effort to improve access to payment solutions across the African continent.
Lumbani Gondwe, Flutterwave’s Country Manager for Malawi, echoed this sentiment, stressing how Send App strengthens bonds between loved ones regardless of distance. “With complete bank coverage and plans to expand delivery options such as Mobile Money and Cash Pickup, we’re ready to provide fast, affordable, and secure international money transfers for Malawians,” Gondwe added.
Expanding Send App’s Reach
Send App was relaunched in 2023 with expanded capabilities to facilitate transfers from the US and Canada, further enhancing its role in connecting Africans in the diaspora with their families back home. By launching in Malawi, Flutterwave is reinforcing its position as a trusted cross-border payment provider, helping individuals transfer money seamlessly and affordably.
With the expansion of its services, Flutterwave continues to innovate, building financial bridges between Africa and the rest of the world. The launch of Send App in Malawi is a significant step in the company’s mission to make international money transfers more accessible and secure for Africans, wherever they may be.
As Flutterwave deepens its footprint in Malawi, it remains committed to broadening its offerings and simplifying the remittance process for Africans in other countries, while ensuring secure and efficient cross-border transactions.
