By Victoria Amunga | 5484 Media | Nairobi, Kenya
Global investors are increasingly leveraging Africa’s rapidly evolving digital landscape to expand into the continent’s financial technology sector. Among the frontrunners is Montran, a US-based financial infrastructure technology company, which says Africa is experiencing one of the most exciting transformations in global finance that can no longer be overlooked.
Montran has officially launched Montran Africa, establishing its dedicated regional headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The office will serve as a central hub for client engagement, implementation support, and efforts to accelerate Africa’s digital transformation and cross-border financial integration.
At the same time, Montran has appointed Wohoro Ndohho as Regional Executive Director for Montran Africa, tasking him with leading the firm’s strategy across the continent. Ndohho brings over two decades of experience in finance, infrastructure, and strategic investment advisory, and will be based in Nairobi to strengthen regional partnerships and drive the rollout of modern financial systems.
“Today, we are taking that relationship even deeper,” said Alexander Esca, CEO of Montran, underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to Africa’s financial modernization. The new office, he says, will enable closer collaboration with clients and tailored solutions for Africa’s diverse markets.
Montran’s technology underpins critical financial infrastructure in more than 90 countries worldwide and has been active across Africa for decades, powering systems such as Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS), Automated Clearing Houses (ACH), Instant Payment Systems (IPS), Central Securities Depositories (CSD), and cross-border payment hubs. These systems are essential for secure, resilient, and efficient financial markets.
Economists say the establishment of Montran Africa marks a significant milestone in the continent’s financial digital integration, as countries and institutions increasingly invest in modern payment rails and interoperable systems to support economic growth and inclusion.
Montran’s expanded presence comes amid broader trends in global fintech, where digital payment platforms and financial infrastructure are becoming key drivers of economic participation, especially in emerging markets. The company’s solutions have also been recognised internationally, including awards for payment services development, highlighting its role in advancing real-time and interoperable payment ecosystems globally.
