‘The Financial Times’ Ranks Moniepoint As Africa’s Fastest-Growing Financial Institution

The Financial Times, one of the world’s leading business news organisations, has ranked Moniepoint Inc, the parent company of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions, Moniepoint MFB and TeamApt Ltd, as Africa’s fastest-growing financial institution.

The world’s leading financial publication confirmed Moniepoint Inc’s recognition in its annual “Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies” survey, which was released today. Moniepoint has achieved the fastest-growing fintech milestone for the second year in a row, and it is also one of Africa’s top four fastest-growing companies overall.

Statista, a leading research firm known for its insight into African companies’ actual performance, conducted the survey following a rigorous screening process. Companies are ranked in this survey based on their absolute revenue growth rate and compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the years 2019-2022.Moniepoint’s growth rates of 7,979% (absolute) and 332% (CAGR) put it ahead of hundreds of leading companies in a variety of industries, including technology, telecoms, financial services, and healthcare.

Moniepoint Inc has long been one of Africa’s largest business payment platforms, processing more than $182 billion for customers in 2023. It should be noted that in August 2023, Moniepoint MFB entered the personal banking market, providing dependable banking services to millions of people across Nigeria. The holding company’s global headcount has also doubled, reaching over 1,800 by the end of 2023.

This recognition highlights Moniepoint’s success as Africa’s leading fintech, driving financial inclusion by enabling underserved businesses and individuals to access the formal financial system, thereby contributing to the Nigerian government’s key goal.

Tosin Eniolorunda, CEO of Moniepoint Inc., stated:

“For the second year in a row, the Financial Times has named us Africa’s fastest growing fintech company. Achieving rapid growth and scale is an outstanding achievement; maintaining it year after year is even better. The ranking reflects the dedication and hard work of the entire Moniepoint team, as well as the trust placed in the company by millions of African customers.

“Moniepoint experienced a pivotal year in 2023. Moniepoint has transitioned from being an agency-dominated institution to one that is dominated by merchants as more people adopt digital payment solutions. It is humbling to see how we have become a household name that people know and trust, the go-to for dependable transactions every time.

With our entry into the personal banking market, we have been able to provide seamless and dependable payment solutions to Nigerians, particularly those in underserved communities, as we continue to expand access to financial services and contribute to economic growth and wealth creation. 2024 promises to be even more exciting, with continued growth, driving compliance and innovation, as we maintain our leadership position in the African fintech sector, driving financial inclusion throughout Africa.”

According to David Pilling, FT Africa’s editor,

“The third year of our expanded ranking of Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies comes as many economies struggle to recover from the Covid pandemic. The FT-Statista list identifies companies that have grown despite adversity, often by disrupting markets…This year’s ranking includes a broader geographical spread of companies than previously. Morocco is the big newcomer, with 12 companies in the top 125, up from three the previous time. Mauritian-domiciled companies also performed well, with nine winners compared to four in 2022. South Africa led the list with 42 companies, Nigeria followed with 25, and Kenya tied for third with 12.

Moniepoint Inc.’s technology supports over five million businesses and their customers, providing all of the payment, banking, credit, and business management tools they require to succeed. Moniepoint has established itself as a market leader in Nigeria across a variety of segments, including commerce, health, and hospitality, among many others. Its transformational and positive strides have earned it local and international recognition.

CB Insights named Moniepoint Inc to its list of the 100 most promising private fintech companies for the second year in a row in 2023. Moniepoint MFB received the Rising Star Family Business Award at the PwC/Businessday Family Business Summit and the Fintech Company of the Year award at the 16th Annual Leadership Newspapers Conference and Awards.

According to industry analysts, Moniepoint Inc is well-positioned to continue delivering innovative solutions that promote inclusivity, drive sustainability, and open up new vistas in the markets in which it operates.