DPO Pay by Network

DPO Pay is now Network. Our rebrand journey.

How We Have Evolved and What It Means for Your Business

Welcome to our rebrand story a journey that has seen DPO Pay transform into Network over the past five years. We have made great progress and milestones in building one of Africa’s most trusted digital payments platforms and today we are proud to be the leading fintech company in Africa and the Middle East, bringing even greater capabilities, reach, and opportunities to businesses across the continent.

Our evolution reflects a commitment to innovation, security, and service excellence, positioning us as the preferred partner for digital payments, by continuously adapting to the needs of African businesses, we empower merchants to thrive in a dynamic, technology-driven economy.

Our rebrand is rolling out across Uganda, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Kenya, ensuring a consistent experience for merchants across all our active markets.

A Five-Year Transformation

Our transition from DPO Pay to Network has been a carefully planned and executed journey. Over the last five years, we have worked steadily to align our operations, culture, and offerings with our parent company. Each step has been marked by a clear focus on innovation, security, and the unique needs of African businesses. With now a Network footprint that spans major African and Middle East cities we have ensured that our platform meets the diverse requirements of merchants and consumers across the region.

Same Markets, New Identity

These transitions signal our dedication to unifying our brand presence and strengthening our service delivery. Merchants and partners can now expect a consistent experience, whether engaging with us in Kampala, Lusaka, Windhoek, Gaborone, or Nairobi. Through this transformation, we are reinforcing our position as the largest payment processor and acquirer in the region, supporting over 100,000 merchants across a wide range of sectors.

Aligning with Network International

The rebrand is more than just a new name or logo. It’s a strategic alignment with our parent company, Network International. By streamlining our brand identity, we can leverage global expertise, access advanced infrastructure, and introduce best-in-class solutions tailored for African markets. This unified approach allows us to offer merchants increased reliability, innovation, and the benefit of a global perspective, while maintaining our strong local roots.

What This Means for Our Merchants

You will experience an expanded suite of payment solutions, including mobile money, card, and online transactions all backed by enhanced security and seamless integration. Our strengthened capabilities mean you can grow your business confidently, supported by a partner with both global reach and local understanding.

For our current existing merchants, you will continue using DPO Pay with the same login details, the same services and the same support teams you already trust. Nothing about how you accept payments or run your business will change because of the rebrand.

You will continue to:

  • Access the same platform
  • Receive the same settlements
  • Use the same payment flows
  • Rely on the same support teams

You will also begin benefiting from:

  • Stronger technology infrastructure
  • More innovation across our payment solutions
  • Wider regional reach and expertise
  • A growing ecosystem of value‑added services

Whether you are a small business in Nairobi or a large retailer in Windhoek, our tailored payment solutions are designed to meet your unique challenges, helping you attract more customers and streamline your operations.

Looking Ahead: Our Vision for Unified Digital Payments Future in Africa

As Network, we are committed to supporting merchants whether online or in-store with solutions that simplify payments, improve efficiency, and drive business success. Together, we are ushering in a new era of digital commerce, empowering businesses and communities across the continent to reach new heights.

By focusing on emerging markets, local languages, and mobile-first technology, we continue to shape the payment landscape in Kenya, Zambia, Namibia, Botswana, Uganda, and the wider region, ensuring merchants stay competitive and future-ready.

Watch Our Story

Ready to see our journey in action? Watch our video below to learn more about the rebrand and discover what the future holds as we continue to shape the payments landscape in Africa.

FAQs

DPO Pay rebranded to Network to reflect our full integration into the wider Network family and to offer a more unified, powerful payments experience across Africa. The new name aligns with our long‑term vision to deliver smarter, secure, and more connected payment solutions for businesses of all sizes.

Yes. DPO Pay became part of Network International following our acquisition and multi‑year integration process. The Network brand reflects this transition and brings our merchants the strength, scale, and expertise of a trusted global payments leader. 

No action is required from you, and your services will continue as normal. Your platform, settlements, support channels, and payment flows remain the same. The rebrand simply means you now receive the same experience under the Network name, backed by deeper capabilities and expanded regional support.

Your experience will stay the same. You will continue using DPO Pay with the same login details, the same services, and the same support teams you are familiar with. Nothing about how you accept payments or run your business will change because of the rebrand.

What you will see over time is an improvement in capability. Now that DPO Pay forms part of Network, you will benefit from stronger technology, more innovation, and access to a wider payments ecosystem across Africa and beyond. These improvements are designed to help you offer faster and more reliable payment experiences to your customers, while keeping the trusted service you already know.

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