Payments tech company Cross Switch has officially launched operations in Kenya through a strategic partnership with local licensed provider Pesawise.
Why it matters
The move strengthens Cross Switch’s footprint in Africa, giving it direct access to Kenya’s growing digital payments market.
It also taps into Pesawise’s regulatory approval and local expertise to quickly serve merchants, businesses, and NGOs.
The big picture
Cross Switch is known for its scalable payments infrastructure that supports transactions via Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, mobile money, and bank platforms. Its unified platform simplifies processing, cuts costs, and speeds up settlements.
Between the lines
This collaboration is about more than tech. Both companies share a mission to democratize digital finance and support social impact efforts across the continent.
- The partnership has already supported local merchants like Glovo Kenya.
- Sectors in focus include e-commerce, hospitality, crypto (in approved markets), and delivery services.
What they’re saying:
- “It’s refreshing to see a shared common set of values with Pesawise… a mission to democratize technology and drive social impact,” said Tim Davis, CEO of Cross Switch.
- “Together, we aim to strengthen the digital payments ecosystem in Kenya,” said Jamal Khan, CEO of Pesawise.
Zoom out
Cross Switch has an established presence across Africa and Latin America and plans to leverage Pesawise’s agile, young management team to deepen its local impact in Kenya.
What’s next
Cross Switch aims to become a go-to payment solution provider for businesses of all sizes in Kenya—backed by strong fraud prevention, risk management, and reconciliation tools.
