AfricaNenda, Central Bank of Eswatini, World Bank, and UNECA to Unveil Landmark SIIPS 2025 Report in Eswatini
Africa’s digital payments landscape is poised for renewed momentum as the AfricaNenda Foundation, in partnership with the Central Bank of Eswatini (CBE), the World Bank, and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), prepares to unveil the State of Inclusive Instant Payment Systems (SIIPS) 2025 Report on November 13, 2025, in Ezulwini, Kingdom of Eswatini.
Now in its fourth edition, the SIIPS report has become Africa’s premier benchmark for tracking how instant payments are deepening financial inclusion, interoperability, and innovation across the continent.
The 2025 edition promises groundbreaking analysis on Africa’s evolving digital finance ecosystem—spotlighting progress while addressing persistent barriers that limit access for women, youth, and rural communities.
According to Sabine F. Mensah, Deputy CEO, AfricaNenda, “SIIPS 2025 demonstrates that Africa’s momentum toward inclusive instant payments is real and accelerating.
“Every new system that comes online and every improvement to an existing one brings us closer to a continent where affordable, seamless payments are accessible to everyone, regardless of geography or income.
“This year’s report is not only a reflection of progress, but also a call to action to close the inclusion gaps that still persist.”
Mastercard backs inclusion push
This year’s SIIPS launch is sponsored by Mastercard, reaffirming the critical role of the private sector in advancing inclusive instant payments and digital access.
“Mastercard is proud to sponsor SIIPS 2025, advancing inclusive instant payments that unlock opportunity, drive innovation, and bring underserved communities into the digital economy,” said Helen Stoner, International Payments Leader at Mastercard.
Running from November 11 to 14, SIIPS 2025 Week will feature a media workshop, high-level panel discussions, and the official launch ceremony.
The gathering will convene central banks, payment operators, regulators, policymakers, and development partners from across Africa to explore how instant payments can accelerate financial inclusion and digital transformation.
Eswatini on centre stage
Hosted by the Central Bank of Eswatini, the event underscores the Kingdom’s leadership in promoting regional financial inclusion and interoperability.
“We are honored to host the launch of SIIPS 2025 in Eswatini, a country that is actively advancing digital inclusion and interoperability.
“Partnerships such as this with AfricaNenda are key to unlocking the potential of instant payments to drive financial inclusion and economic transformation across Africa.
“The insights from SIIPS will help Eswatini chart a more inclusive digital future,” said Dr. Phil Mnisi, Governor, Central Bank of Eswatini.
The report is expected to highlight landmark developments, including Africa’s first mature inclusive instant payment system and the emergence of new national platforms that are expanding access and innovation across the continent.
Call to action for inclusive finance
The SIIPS 2025 initiative continues AfricaNenda’s mission to make affordable and interoperable instant payments accessible to 260 million financially excluded Africans by 2030.
The Foundation’s team of experts—working across 13 countries—supports central banks and payment ecosystem stakeholders in designing, developing, and improving inclusive payment systems.
All journalists and stakeholders passionate about financial inclusion have been invited to the launch and media workshop.
Press materials and the full SIIPS 2025 Report will be made available following the official release, offering policymakers and the public a comprehensive look into how Africa’s digital payment revolution is shaping a more inclusive future.
