Blu Penguin, a Ghana-based fintech company, has partnered with global payments firm Network International to enable seamless mobile money transactions through point-of-sale terminals across Ghana, with plans to expand across Sub-Saharan Africa.
The collaboration will allow businesses and banks in Ghana to accept mobile money payments from any provider using Network International’s N-Genius point-of-sale (POS) machines. The move aims to simplify digital transactions for merchants while increasing financial access for the unbanked.
“This collaboration goes beyond technology integration; it is a strategic effort to improve payment accessibility and convenience for merchants in Africa,” said Tenu Awoonor, founder of Blu Penguin. “We are empowering businesses and financial institutions to offer multiple payment options in a single app, making digital transactions faster, safer and more inclusive.”
With operations in Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, Blu Penguin is leveraging a mobile-first strategy to integrate its platform into Network International’s acquiring infrastructure. This ensures secure backend processing across major telecom networks and builds on Network’s extensive presence in over 50 countries.
For Network International, the partnership marks a significant step toward expanding digital commerce across underserved markets.
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“By integrating mobile money into our N-Genius terminals, we’re not only offering convenience but addressing the real challenges of financial exclusion,” said Chinwe Uzoho, regional managing director for West Africa Processing at Network International.
The partnership also supports local banks by combining Blu Penguin’s mobile-first capabilities with Network International’s established card infrastructure. This unified solution enhances merchant offerings by enabling a broader range of digital payment options in a single platform.
“It’s about accessibility, security, and empowering merchants with tools that adapt to their customers’ needs,” added Sebastian Yalley, managing director for Ghana at Network International.
The rollout has already begun in Ghana, with regional expansion expected as both companies pursue greater digital financial inclusion across West Africa.
