Bola Atoki

Pioneer in revolutionizing Africa's payment ecosystem through fintech innovation

Bola Atoki is a Nigerian fintech innovator and CEO of Flutterwave, a pan-African financial technology company that has transformed cross-border payments and financial inclusion across the continent. Founded in 2016 alongside co-founders Olugbenga Agboola and Wale Ifeanyi, Flutterwave has become a cornerstone of Africa's digital economy. By 2023, the platform processed over $18 billion in transactions annually, serving 300,000 businesses and 150 million consumers across 33 African countries.

Atoki's leadership has been pivotal in addressing Africa's financial infrastructure challenges. She spearheaded partnerships with global giants like Mastercard and Visa, while maintaining focus on local needs. Her vision for 'Africa First' solutions led to products like Flutterwave Pay Later, enabling affordable microloans for SMEs. In 2021, the company achieved unicorn status valued at $1 billion, a milestone celebrated across the continent.

Her advocacy extends beyond business: Atoki chairs the Africa Fintech Alliance and actively promotes women's leadership in tech. Through her TED Talk "How fintech can boost Africa's economy", she highlights how digital finance empowers marginalized communities. In 2023, she launched the 'Future of Finance' initiative partnering with UNDP to provide financial literacy programs to 1 million youth.