By Oyinkansayo Wole-Bodunde.
Interswitch, a leading African integrated payments and digital commerce company, has reaffirmed its dedication to driving innovation and empowering the tech ecosystem through its platinum sponsorship of the recent Google Developer Groups (GDG) DevFest Iban.
This partnership shows Interswitch’s commitment to advancing Nigeria’s technology landscape and nurturing the next generation of innovators.
The flagship conference, held at the Aweni Arena in Iban, brought together developers, tech enthusiasts, and industry leaders for a dynamic day of knowledge sharing, networking, and exploration of cutting-edge technologies. Now in its fifth edition, DevFest Iban has grown significantly, attracting thousands of attendees from across Oyo State and beyond.
Participants engaged in various activities, including thought provoking talks, hands-on workshops and hackathons designed to inspire innovation and foster collaboration. Olawale Akanbi, Divisional Head of Growth Marketing (Merchants & Ecosystems) at Interswitch, emphasized the company’s focus on empowering Africa’s tech community, stating, “At Interswitch, we recognise the pivotal role developers and tech communities play in driving innovation across the continent. Sponsoring GDG DevFest Iban 2024 aligns perfectly with our mission to equip these communities with the tools, platforms, and opportunities they need to innovate, collaborate, and succeed. We are committed to promoting a vibrant ecosystem that accelerates Africa’s digital transformation while nurturing the next wave of innovators shaping the future of fintech in Nigeria and beyond.”
The event gave Interswitch the opportunity to contribute to the developer community. Elizabeth Okaome, Developer Ecosystem Executive at Interswitch, delivered a presentation on the company’s robust suite of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and their use cases, supported by live demos. The APIs enable developers to facilitate secure and seamless online and offline payment acceptance.
Interswitch also introduced the Quickteller Business Referral Programme, also known as the “5 for 5” Initiative, which offers developers a 5% commission on Interswitch’s share of every transaction charge for five years. The programme aims to make businesses thrive while providing developers with an opportunity to earn revenue.
The Interswitch Developer Community and Quickteller hosted an engaging booth featuring educational product videos, customer testimonials and one-on-one consultations. Attendees participated in interactive activities, including a “Spin the Wheel” game and received branded merchandise, enhancing the event’s atmosphere.
Through this sponsorship, Interswitch reinforces its commitment to empowering Africa’s tech community by providing innovative solutions, fostering strategic partnerships and creating platforms that accelerate digital transformation and economic growth.
