Visa and USAID partner to drive digital inclusion and economic growth

Visa and USAID have entered a significant partnership to enhance digital government systems and payment processes to promote financial inclusion and economic growth worldwide. That collaboration reflects a shared commitment to developing innovative solutions that connect constituents with local government services.

Over the next five years, the two organisations will focus on creating and implementing programs that facilitate digitising government services, ensuring that communities have secure and convenient access to essential resources. Initially, efforts will target regions in Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Caucasus to foster transparency and efficiency in government interactions, ultimately creating a favourable environment for entrepreneurs and small and medium enterprises.

In addition, the partnership seeks to empower communities through digital and financial literacy initiatives, enabling individuals to navigate digital systems effectively and fully participate in the digital economy. The long-standing relationship between the two organisations has led to various successful projects, including the Diia mobile application in Ukraine, which effectively connects millions with government services.

Furthermore, through initiatives like the Climate Gender Equity Fund, they are actively addressing gender disparities in business, thereby supporting an estimated 1.4 million gender-equitable and climate-smart small enterprises worldwide.