Linking of Rwanda and Tanzania National Payment Systems
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Source: TechAfrica News
Rwanda and Tanzania have commenced bilateral discussions to link their national retail payment systems switches, connecting Tanzania's Instant Payment System (TIPS) with Rwanda's National Payment Switch (RSWITCH). This linkage will enable instant, low-cost cross-border money transfers between bank accounts and mobile money wallets in real time, enhancing financial inclusion and trade within the Ea
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Government
- Location
- Kigali, Rwanda
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- TechAfrica News
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Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | Rwanda and Tanzania have commenced bilateral discussions to link their national retail payment systems switches, connecting Tanzania's Instant Payment System (TIPS) with Rwanda's National Payment Switch (RSWITCH). This linkage will enable instant, low-cost cross-border money transfers between bank accounts and mobile money wallets in real time, enhancing financial inclusion and trade within the East African Community (EAC). |
Original sector | Financial Technology |
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Country | Rwanda |
City | Kigali |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Government |
Article published date | 2025-11-14 |
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