FlutterwaveAfrica’s leading payment technology company has expanded its Submit application service in 49 US states through partnership with MainStreet Banksubsidiary of MainStreet Bancshares Inc.
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Send App by Flutterwave facilitates faster, easier and more affordable money transfers from Africans in the diaspora to their families and friends back home.
Other key features of the Send app include real-time support and exchange rate updates, an activity section that tracks transactions in real-time, and a new coupons and referral codes section.
Because this matters
Remittances to Africa have doubled in the last decade, reaching approximately $100 billion in 2022according to the United Nations, supporting the medical bills, education costs and living expenses of a estimated at 200 million Africans. The importance and necessity of staying connected, regardless of distance, is a key driver of this expansion.
Since its initial launch, Send App has quickly established itself as a trusted platform for Africans in the diaspora, offering a simple and affordable way to send money to loved ones across Africa.
Send’s coverage in the US has grown to 49 states (all but Texas). The US expansion will build on Flutterwave’s success and reinforce its commitment to serving the African diaspora communities worldwide with a payment solution that fits their needs.
What They Say
“As a customer-centric, technology-forward community bank, MainStreet Bank understands and prioritizes investing in communities, making it a perfect fit for Flutterwave’s goal of building bridges that connect Africa to the world“, he said Olugbenga “GB” AgboolaFounder and CEO of Flutterwave.
“Our partnership with MainStreet Bank underscores our commitment to providing secure, compliant and efficient financial solutions. This has further strengthened the safety and security of our customers’ funds and data, ensuring Send App remains a trusted remittance solution that gives Africans in the diaspora peace of mind with every dollar they send back home. We care deeply about our diaspora community, which we expect to play an important role in Africa’s next phase of development.”
Todd Youngren, The President of Avenu, a division of MainStreet Bank, said the Flutterwave relationship is a great fit for Avenu, an integrated banking platform with fully integrated compliance and risk management. “We’re proud to partner with Flutterwave as they expand their Ship to US app.
Send App by Flutterwave is currently available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store. For more information on how to use the Send app, visit
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