Wave Mobile Money

Wave Mobile Money

Financial Services

Dakar, Senegal 155,465 followers

Wave is building a cashless Africa in Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, Uganda, Burkina Faso, Gambia & Mali. Find us @www.wave.com

About us

We're making Africa the first cashless continent. In 2017, nearly 60% of adults in sub-Saharan Africa had no bank account. That's for good reason—the fees are too high, the closest branch can be miles away, and nobody takes cards. Without access to financial institutions, people are forced to keep their savings under the mattress. Small business owners rely on lenders who charge extortionate rates. Parents spend hours waiting in line to pay school fees in cash. We're solving this by building financial services that just work: no account fees, instantly available, and accepted everywhere. In places where electricity, water and roads don't always work, you can still send money with Wave. In November 2017, we launched a mobile app in Senegal for cash deposit, withdrawal, and peer-to-peer and business payments. In 2019, we expanded to Cote D'Ivoire. Now, we have millions of users and are growing fast. Our goal is to drive financial inclusion and make Africa the first cashless continent.

Industry
Financial Services
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Dakar, Senegal
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2017

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    Hey there! Today, we are spotlighting Momodou Joof, our Director of Operations in The Gambia, who joined Wave in August 2023. Here’s what Momodou says: "After spending 15 years in the financial services industry, Wave offered me the ideal opportunity to shift from traditional methods to a fully digital approach. Since joining Wave, my mission to connect people with financial services has gained tremendous impact. What I appreciate about working at Wave is the sense of belonging to a community that feels like home. It’s filled with extraordinary support systems that empower you to pursue even your most ambitious dreams. One Wave value that resonates with me is “We are Embarrassingly Honest.” This value embodies the ethics, integrity, and fairness that define a good person and is reflected in everything we do. Being a part of Wave brings a profound sense of hope and optimism as we strive to deliver transformative financial solutions to everyone, regardless of their circumstances." Momodou, thank you for sharing your journey with us, and we hope to continue to make a difference together! 💙 #mondayinspiration #employeespotlight  #missiondriven #teamcollaboration #financialinclusion #cashless #Gambia

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    Happy Monday! In our spotlight today is Aboubacar Sidiki Kamagaté, Financial Controller in Côte d'Ivoire, who joined Wave in June 2023. Here’s what Aboubacar has to share: "Wave captured my attention as a brand that is loved and trusted. The inspiring stories from past and present employees about what this organization means to them drew me in. It’s been a thrilling challenge from day one, and every step reinforces my choice to be here. I’m passionate about our mission to transform lives and contribute to making Africa a cashless continent. At Wave, I’ve witnessed firsthand how our solutions simplify the lives of merchants, empower small businesses, and enhance processes for larger enterprises. Being part of this impactful journey is a privilege and fuels my passion daily.  The Wave value, 'We don’t wait, we live our fullest lives now,' resonates deeply with me. Embracing passion keeps us focused on achieving our professional goals. For me, that means biking, mentoring, and cherishing quality time with family and friends. These experiences bring me immense joy and fuel my excitement every Monday to return to the office. Being part of Wave is not just a job; it’s a purposeful journey filled with growth and passion. I’m truly grateful to be on a team making a meaningful difference.” Thanks for sharing your Wave journey, Aboubacar. It’s great to hear how much joy and fulfillment you find in your work and personal pursuits. We appreciate your dedication and look forward to witnessing the positive impact you continue to make at Wave! 💙

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    Happy Friday - undeniably the most anticipated day of the week! 😎 Today on Living Your Fullest Life, we have YVANOÉ KUYO - Fraud Analyst in Côte d'Ivoire. Yvanoe says, "Making the most of life means embracing the joy of new and inspiring places and engaging in stimulating activities that nurture your creativity. After all, creativity is simply intelligence having fun! Working at Wave has allowed me to live life to the fullest, empowering me to explore captivating locations and experience activities that truly inspire me." Like Yvanoe, we hope you are seizing the moment and creating your own adventures. What are you doing this weekend to live life to the fullest? Let us know in the comment section.💙 #fridayvibes #workhardplayharder #livelifetothefullest #liveyourbestlife #worklifebalance #enjoythelittlethings #softlife  #fintech #cotedivoire

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    Happy New Week! Today, we're spotlighting Salim Gaou-kpassi, Country Launcher at Wave, who recently joined the team in Sierra Leone and is truly enjoying the journey! Hear what he says about working at Wave… “I chose Wave because it offers a rare chance to make a tangible impact on millions of lives while doing what I am passionate about. So far, I have had both an amazing and challenging experience, particularly in my role, which involves taking things from zero to one. What I appreciate about working at Wave is the Culture and the people. Wave embodies a unique atmosphere that I’ve never experienced in my professional life. The focus is remarkable, the communication is outstanding, and there are endless opportunities to learn something new every day. The talent composition here is remarkable for a company our size in Africa. Everyone is genuinely kind, which fosters a healthy and supportive environment for us all. "We are egolessly mission-driven" at Wave. In my role, ego has no place. Sometimes, gaining acceptance in the community means sharing meals of raw cassava, while other days, you might endure some tough interactions before breaking through. There are moments when the only way to reach a destination is by navigating through waterlogged paths, but you push through - all for the mission of transforming lives. This quote from Eminem speaks to my journey: "Look, if you had one shot, or one opportunity to seize everything you ever wanted in one moment, would you capture it or just let it slip?" This mentality drives me daily as I strive to make a difference.” Salim, thank you for sharing your experience. We are thrilled to have you on board and look forward to seeing the significant difference you will undoubtedly make in your role.💙 #missiondriven #employeespotlight #peopleandculture #funplacetowork #workplacediversity #growthmindset #cashlessafrica #passionandpurpose

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    Happy Wonder Woman Wednesday! ✨ Today, we are spotlighting two incredible female leaders at Wave, both based in The Gambia: Sainabou sarr - Public Affairs, GM Wave Gambia, and Mariam Drammeh - Distribution Admin Manager. Thank you, Sainabou and Mariam, for everything you do to drive our mission forward. Shine bright! 💙 #womenempowerment #femaleleaders #womeninfintech #leadership #wonderwomen #financialinclusion #TheGambia #Wave

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    Happy Monday! Today on our employee spotlight is Serigne Falilou, PR & Press Manager in Senegal, who joined Wave in February of 2023. Here is Falilou’s story: “The feelings that inspired my decision to join Wave have truly materialized in incredible ways. We're navigating an exhilarating path in our mission for financial inclusion across Africa. I stumbled upon WAVE in Kaolack and was impressed by its mission and growth over the years. This ultimately led to me joining this dynamic organization. The impact we are making on the financial services landscape is nothing short of phenomenal. It's inspiring to see the product evolve in a way that fosters inclusion - Wave is truly leaving no one behind. One Wave value that resonates deeply with me is 'Maximizing Our Rate of Learning.' Continuous learning transforms into knowledge, which in turn fuels our success. At Wave, we're committed to a cycle of learning and experimentation that enhances our capabilities and expertise. Personally, I have gained invaluable insights, and this dedication to growth drives my passion for what we do. Incredibly grateful for the trust and support I have received and for the opportunity to contribute to this remarkable journey. Shout out to all my fellow Wavers for their exceptional dedication to making Africa the first cashless continent.” Falilou, thank you for sharing your Wave story, and we're grateful to have you on this journey with us! 💙

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    Happy New Month! 💫 Today, we're reminiscing on the fantastic celebration our Support team had during International Customer Service Week. These pictures from our Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Mali, Uganda, and Gambia teams perfectly capture some of those memorable moments, each photo telling its own inspiring story. We’re grateful for all the hard work our Support team puts in, in making customer experience positive, for our users.💙

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