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| Title | Mobile Payment Solutions in Egypt and Sudan: Navigating Opportunities and Barriers to Financial Inclusion |
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| Description | As mobile technology continues to reshape access to financial services across the MENA region, mobile payments have emerged as a critical tool for advancing financial inclusion, particularly in regions where underbanked populations are high. Egypt and Sudan present two case studies that highlight both the promise and challenges of expanding financial inclusion through the implementation of mobile payment solutions. While Egypt’s mobile payment sector has demonstrated significant growth, Sudan’s progress continues to be hindered by political conflict and instability. Gaining insights into how mobile payment systems function across diverse contexts within the MENA region is essential for understanding the broader challenges and opportunities surrounding financial inclusion in the region. In this report, Arab Advisors Group seeks to answer the following questions: • What forms of mobile payment solutions are available in Egypt and Sudan? • Who are the main providers of mobile payments in Egypt and Sudan? • How do the mobile payments services in Egypt and Sudan differ in functionality, fees, and accessibility? • How do telecom and non-telecom mobile payment providers compare? • To what extent do mobile payment solutions enable users to access essential financial services? • What has been the trajectory of mobile payment usage in Egypt and Sudan in recent years? |
| Date | Jun 15, 2025 |
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