What 5G Tech and Speed Mean For Online Payments
Have you heard about 5G? The network upgrade starting to roll out around the globe has been a pretty popular topic of conversation, but what is it all about? 5G – a fifth generation mobile network – promises high speed increases to its predecessor, 3G and 4G. 5G networks have begun rolling out in select […]
VAT Regulations For Merchants In Africa
Value-Added Tax (VAT) is a tax that is levied on the sales of goods or services. How much the tax is worth is dependent upon the value of the goods or services being provided. In the case of products, the VAT is placed on a product at any point in the supply chain that value […]
The Benefits of Prepaid Cards That Make Them Popular
Credit cards have long usurped cash as shoppers’ payment method of choice. Convenience, security, and versatility make them a sensible go-to option for making purchases in person or online. For some consumers, however, access to a credit card is not an option due to limitations or restrictions prohibiting them from meeting criteria to being granted […]
B2B Payment Methods You Should Use
So, you’ve established your business, and perhaps even moved it online. You’ve selected a Payment Service Provider (PSP) to receive a range of payment types from customers. You’ve put a lot of effort into making your products or services available to a wide range of customers to access and pay in a myriad of ways, […]
What are Layaway Payments and How Can Businesses Benefit From Them
Originally brought to market in the US in the 1930’s (during the Great Depression), layaway came about as a purchasing option in which a consumer pays for goods in installments, and takes the item(s) when the full balance is paid. In the 1980’s layaway offerings fell out of favor as credit cards gained popularity, but […]
Benefits of Online Payment Service Providers
An online Payment Service Provider (PSP) empowers merchants and businesses that need to receive payments from their customers. By offering online payment solutions, a PSP enables businesses to accept payment methods such as credit and debit cards in the ways that make sense for them, whether it’s on the phone, online, or in-store. PSP’s also […]
The Pros and Cons Of Payroll Cards
Do you own a business and are looking for an easy and inexpensive way to pay employees? Check out the pros and cons of payroll cards for paying salaries, here.
Jumia Food – How it works, How you pay
In 2013 online retailer Jumia began their Jumia Food delivery service, and have since expanded into 11 countries. Jumia Food – the largest online food delivery provider in Africa – gives customers the opportunity to order food from their favorite restaurants without leaving their home or office. How it Works Jumia Food has its own […]
2018’s Main Payment Trends and Innovations.
Throughout 2018, new technologies continued disrupting traditional payment processing methods across the globe. Cryptocurrencies, P2P payments, and mobile wallets are just a few of the innovations that are gradually gaining momentum to eventually overtake cash and cards. With so many new elements vying to play a role in the future of financial transactions, it’s important […]
Driving For Uber Eats – How It Works
Launched in 2014, Uber Eats is a delivery service provided by taxi alternative Uber. Uber Eats is a standalone app which connects customers to restaurants from the comfort of their own home. How it Works Uber Eats has its own app for both iOS and Android users. Once registered, app users can log in to […]