Bolu Taiwo

Revolutionized African fintech through Flutterwave, enabling cross-border payments and financial inclusion.

Bolu Taiwo is a Nigerian entrepreneur and co-founder of Flutterwave, a financial technology company that has transformed cross-border payments in Africa. Born in 1987, Taiwo's work addresses the challenges of financial exclusion in Africa, where over 60% of adults lack access to formal banking services. Flutterwave, launched in 2016, provides businesses and individuals with tools to process payments seamlessly across multiple African countries. The platform has integrated with over 500 banks and supports 28 currencies, fostering economic growth and entrepreneurship. Taiwo’s innovation has been pivotal in reducing transaction costs and enabling small businesses to compete globally. His efforts align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and he has been featured in Forbes for his contributions. Beyond business, Taiwo advocates for STEM education in Nigeria, co-founding the Nigeria STEM Foundation to inspire young Africans to pursue technology careers.