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April 2024
April 11, 2024
Mastercard and Equity Bank join forces to enhance cross border money transfers in Kenya

April 2, 2024
Mastercard and Women Choice expand partnership to further invest in the development of women entrepreneurs across Middle East and Africa

April 2, 2024
Mono collaborates with Mastercard to power innovative payment solutions for digital commerce in Africa

March 2024
March 29, 2024
Commercial Bank and Mastercard pledge to support environmental initiatives in Qatar

March 28, 2024
Emirates NBD, Marriott Bonvoy® and Mastercard unveil two new co-brand credit cards in the UAE

March 28, 2024
Mastercard report finds human connections and technological innovation are key for Cities of the Future

March 28, 2024
Mastercard report finds human connections and technological innovation are key for Cities of the Future

March 28, 2024
Mastercard report finds human connections and technological innovation are key for Cities of the Future

March 28, 2024
Mastercard report finds human connections and technological innovation are key for Cities of the Future

March 26, 2024
Mastercard and Zenith Bank introduce new payment cards to accelerate financial inclusion in Nigeria

March 22, 2024
Mastercard hosts 2024 Fintech Forum: Fostering fintech ecosystem collaboration and innovation

March 20, 2024
Network International leverages Mastercard’s AI-powered Brighterion solution to protect over 60,000 merchants from fraud

March 20, 2024
Boryspil International Airport and Mastercard sign a Memorandum of Cooperation

March 18, 2024
Mastercard has launched the brand-new UEFA Champions League card in Bahrain today, in association with BCFC and to be issued by IMTIAZ

March 11, 2024
Mastercard and CinemaPlus announces strategic partnership: Launching 'CineMastercard'

March 8, 2024
Citi and Mastercard Launch Commercial Card Programs in Morocco

March 7, 2024
Mastercard and First Abu Dhabi Bank ink exclusive long-term global partnership to redefine the region’s payments landscape

March 6, 2024
Mastercard partners with fintech SAVA to empower Africa’s small businesses through financial management technology

March 5, 2024
Mastercard and CARE International in Pakistan unite women entrepreneurs for Strive Women launch

March 4, 2024
Mastercard partners with Central Bank of Jordan to build a more robust digital payment ecosystem in the Kingdom

March 4, 2024
Mastercard and ALEXBANK announce partnership to enhance the financial services landscape and drive inclusive growth in Egypt

February 2024
February 29, 2024
Mastercard partners with Loop to launch innovative payment solutions in Saudi Arabia

February 29, 2024
Mastercard and the National Bank of Egypt announce the launch of a UEFA Champions League Mastercard Credit Card

February 28, 2024
Mastercard and MTN Group Fintech partner to drive acceleration of mobile money ecosystem in Africa across 13 markets

February 27, 2024
Mastercard and Uganda’s Ministry of ICT & National Guidance collaborate to accelerate digital transformation in Uganda

February 26, 2024
KCB and Mastercard in new deal to expand payments in East Africa

February 26, 2024
Mastercard and DIFC Innovation Hub host thought leadership forum for businesses to implement innovative strategies driving sustainable growth

February 20, 2024
Mastercard is the recipient of the 'Diamond Award' at the A.C.E Awards

February 15, 2024
Mastercard and Glovo collaborate to provide over 300,000 meals to school children

February 15, 2024
Mastercard and Glovo collaborate to provide over 300,000 meals to school children

February 15, 2024
Mastercard and Awash Bank partner to launch new international prepaid card and Payment Gateway Service

February 13, 2024
Mastercard expands partnership with Bank of Punjab to redefine digital payments for Pakistan’s commercial segment

February 12, 2024
Mastercard and Al Baraka Bank Partner to elevate banking experience in Egypt

February 12, 2024
Mastercard appoints Folasade Femi-Lawal as the new Country Manager for West Africa

February 8, 2024
BCFC and Mastercard partner to launch commercial credit cards in the Kingdom of Bahrain

February 7, 2024
Mastercard and the Egyptian Banks Company join forces to propel Egypt's economy into the digital age

February 2, 2024
Mastercard, published the latest tourism report for 2023 in Türkiye

January 2024
January 31, 2024
Ajman Bank steps up sustainability efforts with Mastercard solutions

January 30, 2024
Mastercard and Emirates NBD-Egypt partner to advance Egypt’s digital banking experience

January 29, 2024
Mastercard partners with YES to train and empower South African youth

January 29, 2024
Mastercard expands partnership with SadaPay to address financial needs of Pakistan’s SMEs and freelancers

January 29, 2024
Mastercard expands partnership with SadaPay to address financial needs of Pakistan’s SMEs and freelancers

January 29, 2024
Mastercard and Boost collaborate to power small businesses in Africa

January 24, 2024
Paymob and Mastercard partner to accelerate digital payment acceptance in MENA

January 23, 2024
Mastercard and Abu Dhabi Global Market partner to empower UAE’s dynamic SME community

January 22, 2024
Arab Bank and Mastercard launch cross-border payments services 'RemitEx' in Jordan

January 18, 2024
Mastercard extends partnership with UBL to drive innovation in Pakistan’s payments ecosystem

January 16, 2024
Mastercard partners with CarbonSifr to advance climate action in MENA region

January 15, 2024
stc pay strengthens its digital payment offerings through a strategic partnership with Mastercard

January 15, 2024
tiqmo signs agreement to exclusively launch Mastercard prepaid cards through its mobile application in Saudi Arabia.

January 12, 2024
Dubai First takes the lead as the first issuer in the region to leverage Mastercard Token Connect services

January 11, 2024
Community Pass Customer Summit in Uganda paves the way for Mastercard’s digital and financial inclusion

January 9, 2024
Mastercard collaborates with 4thWave to drive B2B Payments Across EEMEA

January 3, 2024
Mastercard partners with illicocash to launch virtual cards in Democratic Republic of the Congo

January 2, 2024
Creating a barrier-free space: Mastercard launches an inclusive cabin on the Ferris wheel at Kontraktova Square in Kyiv

Mastercard has equipped the Ferris wheel at Kontraktova Square in Kyiv with a special inclusive passenger cabin, ensuring barrier-free access for people with disabilities. This will allow people who use wheelchairs, as well as people with visual and hearing impairments, to rise above their opportunities and experience the city from a new perspective.

2023
December 21, 2023
Mastercard Economics Institute’s Economic Outlook for 2024: Empowered consumers to balance price and priority

December 21, 2023
Mastercard Economics Institute’s 2024 Economic Outlook for UAE: Empowered consumers to balance price and priority

December 21, 2023
Mastercard Economics Institute’s 2024 Economic Outlook for Saudi Arabia

December 21, 2023
Mastercard Economics Institute’s 2024 Economic Outlook for Egypt

December 19, 2023
Mastercard's Contactless Solutions Drive Digital Payment Transformation in Nigeria

December 19, 2023
MDP takes the lead in launching the Mastercard Carbon Calculator in Egypt

December 18, 2023
Consumers International partners with Mastercard to accelerate equitable global consumer protection and empowerment in the digital economy

December 14, 2023
Mastercard partners with Further Ventures to accelerate next generation payments and asset management infrastructure

December 14, 2023
АBank and Mastercard launch rapid settlement, an acquiring service for entrepreneurs

АBank, in cooperation with the global technology company Mastercard, has introduced a unique solution in Ukraine, allowing entrepreneurs to receive money from cashless payments for goods and services whether made through a POS terminal or online as quickly as possible – via hourly crediting of funds to the account.

December 13, 2023
I&M Bank Uganda and Mastercard Partner to Transform Banking Experience for Ugandan Customers

December 12, 2023
80% of Mastercard cards in the UAE to be sustainable by 2025 as part of a world-first Sustainable Cards Pledge

December 11, 2023
FAB joins Mastercard’s Priceless Planet Coalition to advance climate action in UAE

December 11, 2023
Mastercard reaffirms commitment to Mauritius with opening of new offices in Port Louis

December 8, 2023
ADCB introduces the region’s first Mastercard Carbon Calculator to support sustainability ambitions of business clients

December 8, 2023
Rawbank becomes first bank in DRC to roll out Mastercard’s Carbon Calculator

December 5, 2023
Mastercard and Neem launch the first embedded finance partnership in Pakistan

December 5, 2023
Wio Bank PJSC the first bank to launch Mastercard Carbon Calculator in EEMEA

December 4, 2023
Mastercard and Bidvest Bank transform international remittances for South Africans

December 4, 2023
Mastercard and MDP forge strategic alliance to revolutionize the payment ecosystem in the region

November 30, 2023
Pluto announces strategic partnership with Mastercard to transform corporate spend management solutions

November 30, 2023
Mastercard study: One in five entrepreneurs generates income solely from cashless sales

November 29, 2023
Mastercard collaborates with MaxAB to empower businesses in Egypt

November 29, 2023
Mastercard and CARE launch Strive Women to support women-led businesses in Pakistan

November 28, 2023
Mastercard and Warply collaborate to fuel digital transformation across MENA

November 28, 2023
ProvidusBank collaborates with Mastercard to Drive Financial Inclusion for MSMEs with Pioneering Card

November 23, 2023
Mastercard and Aramex announce The Surpluss as ScaleUp 2023 competition winner

November 23, 2023
Mastercard and Hatua.net join forces to equip Kenya’s disadvantaged youth with essential professional skills

November 23, 2023
Mastercard and Societe Arabe Internationale De Banque collaborate to drive digitization of payments and financial inclusion in Egypt

November 22, 2023
Mastercard and Industrial Development Bank partner to advance the digital transformation in Egypt

November 20, 2023
48% of people in UAE are likely to send more cross-border payments in the next year

November 20, 2023
43% of people in Saudi Arabia say they are likely to send cross-border payments

November 20, 2023
Mastercard partners with areeba to enable modern payment platforms for Fintechs in the Middle East

November 16, 2023
Mastercard Spearheads South Africa's Digital Payments Evolution with New Local Investments in Technology Infrastructure

November 13, 2023
Mastercard collaborates with Dubai Islamic Bank to introduce cross-border payment services

November 13, 2023
Saudi Awwal Bank partners with Mastercard to offer greater access to secure digital transactions

November 13, 2023
Following Istanbul, Mastercard Turkey continues to partner with the MICHELIN Guide with Izmir and Bodrum

November 9, 2023
Mastercard and Ottu partner to boost payment access across GCC through Mastercard Gateway

November 9, 2023
Carrefour Kenya and Mastercard offer added value for customers with festive season campaign

November 8, 2023
Mastercard celebrates 100th anniversary of Republic of Türkiye with a priceless campaign

November 3, 2023
First Abu Dhabi Bank introduces SlicePay BNPL card in the UAE powered by Mastercard

October 31, 2023
Mastercard collaborates with Euronet Pakistan to modernize payment platforms

October 24, 2023
Saudi Awwal Bank partners with Mastercard to help transform SME lending in Saudi Arabia

October 19, 2023
Mastercard and Pemo partner to fuel UAE’s SME sector

October 18, 2023
KCB & Mastercard unveil World Elite credit cards

October 17, 2023
Mastercard partners with tmam to help GCC SMEs digitize corporate expenses and save money on business spend

October 16, 2023
Mastercard partners with SiFi to empower businesses in Saudi Arabia

October 16, 2023
Africa’s payment landscape is experiencing rapid growth and transformation: Mastercard

October 12, 2023
Aramex and Mastercard partner to launch ScaleUp platform and enable SME growth

October 10, 2023
Mastercard and Zywa launch financial literacy roadshow to transform finance management for youth in the UAE

October 6, 2023
The Saudi National Bank and Mastercard announce the launch of UEFA Champions League cards

October 4, 2023
Mastercard and Equity Bank to work together to foster financial inclusion in Uganda

September 27, 2023
Mastercard SME Confidence Index: Sharp increase in optimism among SMEs in Kenya compared to previous year

September 26, 2023
Mastercard SME Confidence Index: 80% of SMEs in South Africa project similar or increased revenue in 2023

September 26, 2023
Mastercard SME Confidence Index: 76% of SMEs in Africa project similar or increased revenue in 2023

September 25, 2023
Mastercard SME Confidence Index: 72% of SMEs in MENA project similar or increased revenue in 2023

September 25, 2023
Mastercard SME Confidence Index: 80% of UAE SMEs project similar or increased revenue in 2023

September 25, 2023
Mastercard SME Confidence Index: 85% of SMEs in Saudi Arabia project similar or increased revenue in 2023

September 25, 2023
Mastercard SME Confidence Index: 92% of SMEs in Egypt see growth potential from easier access to funding

September 25, 2023
Mastercard SME Confidence Index: 88% of SMEs in Qatar project similar or increased revenue in 2023

September 18, 2023
Equity Bank and Mastercard sign a 10-year agreement to scale consumers' payment experience in the region

September 13, 2023
Mastercard and Delivery Hero partnership fuels innovative consumer experiences in MENA

September 12, 2023
Mastercard launches Classic and Platinum debit cards in partnership with Amal Bank

September 11, 2023
Mastercard reinforces safety and security for business travelers through partnership with Crisis24 across Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa

September 10, 2023
Mastercard and Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance collaborate to boost financial inclusion

September 9, 2023
Fintech Forum 2023: Mastercard takes the fintech ecosystem to the next level

September 6, 2023
Mastercard and Fintech Saudi partner to accelerate the digital transformation of the fintech industry in the Kingdom

September 5, 2023
Mastercard and the World Food Programme provide 1 million school meals to children in Jordan as customers shopped on Amazon in the UAE and Egypt

September 5, 2023
Rugby’s social impact uncovered: Mastercard report reveals five trends and 15 pioneers shaping the sport ahead of the Rugby World Cup 2023

August 28, 2023
Mastercard Hosts first-ever Fintech Day in Ghana to Drive Financial Inclusion and Innovation

August 28, 2023
Mastercard, BOK, and LMKR Revolutionize Transit Solutions in Peshawar with Innovative Partnership

August 27, 2023
Mastercard and Ingiz launch innovative partnership to boost financial literacy and inclusion among Egypt's youth

August 24, 2023
BCFC Receives Mastercard Digital First Program Certificate for Pioneering Secure Digital Payment Solutions

August 24, 2023
The UAE government partners with Mastercard to accelerate adoption of Artificial Intelligence

August 22, 2023
Mastercard and Zanzibar e-Government Agency (eGAZ) collaborate to accelerate digital transformation across the islands

August 21, 2023
Mastercard and Checkout.com partner to enable instant wallet top-ups for Careem

August 18, 2023
Dashen Bank and Mastercard join forces to launch the first virtual prepaid card in Ethiopia

August 16, 2023
Mastercard: six out of ten contactless payments in Ukraine are digital payments with NFC gadgets

August 13, 2023
Mastercard in collaboration with SAB announces the USD 30,000 grant winner of ‘Her Voice’

August 9, 2023
Airtel Africa and Mastercard strengthens partnership with launch of new remittance transfer service to benefit 100 million mobile phone users across the continent

August 9, 2023
Mastercard Brings Apple Pay to Customers in Morocco

August 7, 2023
Mastercard Partners with EMIS to Boost the Digital Economy in Angola

August 7, 2023
Mastercard and Ukrainian brand BEVZA launch limited-edition jewelry capsule collection exclusively on priceless.com

August 2, 2023
Zindigi, Powered by JS Bank Launches Innovative Partnership with Mastercard to Transform Mass Transit in Karachi

August 1, 2023
Mastercard and Lipa Later Group Join Forces to Drive Financial Inclusion and Expand Buy Now, Pay Later Solutions in Africa

July 26, 2023
International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem: Over 4,000 mangrove saplings restored through Emirates NBD and Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition

July 25, 2023
Mastercard partners with Alerzo to digitize SMEs in the Nigerian FMCG space

July 23, 2023
BCFC partners with Mastercard to introduce innovative payment solutions across the Kingdom

July 23, 2023
Mastercard and Saudi Esports Federation connect Kingdom’s gamers to their passions at Gamers8: The Land of Heroes

July 20, 2023
dfcu Bank, Mastercard, and Rabo Partnerships join forces to digitize agricultural ecosystem in Uganda, boosting farmer livelihoods

July 17, 2023
Mastercard partners with Geidea to expand access to world-class payment solutions in Saudi Arabia

July 13, 2023
CrediMax and Mastercard sign strategic partnership agreement to drive digital innovation in Bahrain

July 13, 2023
Mastercard and Nirvana Travel and Tourism partner to provide innovative payment solutions and customize online travel bookings

July 7, 2023
Mastercard partners with JazzCash to revolutionize digital payments in Pakistan

July 4, 2023
Mastercard and SomBank announce partnership to launch debit card in Somalia

June 27, 2023
Mastercard and PayU launch first Click to Pay embedded payments experience in South Africa

June 27, 2023
Mastercard has announced the opening of a representative office in Uzbekistan

June 26, 2023
Kenyan start-up grows to reach 150,000 young entrepreneurs following funding from Mastercard’s Strive Community program

June 22, 2023
Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism and Mastercard launch unique Digital City Partnership

June 21, 2023
Arab Bank and Mastercard Conclude the 76th Festival de Cannes Spend Campaign

June 20, 2023
Mastercard and SimpliFi join forces to enable innovative B2B payment solutions across MENA and Pakistan

June 20, 2023
Mastercard partners with One Global™ to introduce Click to Pay in Kuwait

June 20, 2023
Empowering Payments: MOU signed for a strategic partnership between 1link and Mastercard

June 15, 2023
Mastercard partners with Bankiom to issue virtual prepaid cards across GCC region

June 14, 2023
Mastercard Economics Institute Releases Travel Industry Trends 2023

June 14, 2023
I&M Bank Collaborates with Mastercard to Launch a Suite of Premium World Debit Card and Multicurrency Prepaid Cards

June 12, 2023
Mastercard Brings UEFA Champions League Finals to Nairobi in Spectacular Viewing Event

June 12, 2023
Jordan Ahli Bank and Mastercard enter exclusive strategic partnership in Jordan and Palestine

June 6, 2023
Mastercard becomes Aafaq Islamic Finance’s exclusive partner for credit, prepaid and commercial SME products

June 6, 2023
ZainTech partners with Mastercard to provide unique AI and Machine Learning data solutions to businesses

June 2, 2023
Mastercard partners with NAPS to drive innovation across Morocco’s digital payments landscape

June 2, 2023
Mastercard, Dapi Form Strategic Partnership to Bring Seamless A2A Payments to UAE

May 31, 2023
Mastercard and Vivo Energy Kenya offer football fans an incredible chance to attend the 2023 UEFA Champions League Final in Istanbul

May 24, 2023
Mastercard Partners Ghana Cyber Security Authority to Fight Fraud

May 23, 2023
Mastercard and Foloosi launch Click to Pay in UAE

May 23, 2023
The Kenya Small Firm Diaries research reveals growth and stability as key priorities for small businesses in Kenya

May 21, 2023
Mastercard launches second season of ‘Her Voice’ podcast series to inspire the next generation of female changemakers

May 21, 2023
Mastercard, GIZ Egypt, and ElRehla announce the launch of the third annual fintech retreat

May 18, 2023
Mastercard & CEBIH partner to drive cybersecurity in Nigeria

May 17, 2023
Mastercard and MICHELIN Guide Dubai offer exclusive access to the most anticipated gastronomic experience in the city

May 16, 2023
Mastercard and First City Monument Bank (FCMB) launch contactless Tap on Phone payment solution in Nigeria

May 5, 2023
Mastercard Women SME Leaders Awards reveals 2023 winners

May 5, 2023
South Africa’s informal economy shows signs of movement to switch away from cash

May 3, 2023
Mastercard Partners with the Ethiopian Minerals Petroleum and Biofuel Corporation (EMPBC)

May 3, 2023
Mastercard Music Pass NFT opens access to groundbreaking Web3 training program for emerging musical artists

May 2, 2023
Five Ukrainian fintechs join Mastercard Start Path Ukraine program to accelerate their growth

Mastercard has selected five Ukrainian fintechs working on remote identification services, online lending, automation of financial monitoring reporting as well as solutions for small and medium-sized companies for the Start Path Ukraine program.

May 2, 2023
Mastercard Music Pass NFT opens access to groundbreaking Web3 training program for emerging musical artists

May 2, 2023
In partnership with the Central Bank of Egypt: Mastercard brings cutting edge card tokenization know-how to Egypt, expanding payment innovation

April 27, 2023
Mastercard and egabi collaborate to expand access to digital lending solutions across Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa

April 19, 2023
Mastercard and DIFC to drive digital transformation by partnering with FinTech companies

April 17, 2023
Balancing act between digital innovation and customer trust crucial in Africa, says new report by Harvard Business Review Analytic Services with Mastercard

April 17, 2023
Balancing act between digital innovation and customer trust crucial in Middle East, says new report by Harvard Business Review Analytic Services with Mastercard

April 11, 2023
Mastercard partners with Women Choice to help create 1 million jobs for women in the Arab world

April 6, 2023
Mastercard joins US Vice President Kamala Harris with call to action on financial and digital inclusion in Africa

April 6, 2023
Mastercard Accelerates Sustainable Card Efforts

April 5, 2023
Mastercard and EthSwitch partner to drive digital transformation of the payments sector in Ethiopia

April 5, 2023
Mastercard Women SME Leaders Awards returns for second edition to celebrate women business leaders across the region

April 5, 2023
Mastercard study: 51% of Ukrainians are ready to entirely switch to digital banking

Ukrainians continue to actively use digital channels for banking purposes. Thus, according to the MasterIndex study commissioned by Mastercard, 94% of cardholders currently use online banking, with the vast majority (75%) opting for mobile applications.

April 4, 2023
Mastercard’s Girls4Tech program continues to empower girls in Sub-Saharan Africa with STEM skills

April 4, 2023
Uklon, supported by Mastercard, has launched a special car class for people with disabilities

Ukrainian ride-hailing service Uklon with the support of Mastercard and MacPaw has launched the Inclusive car class. From now on, passengers using a wheelchair can easily ride in specially equipped cars.

April 3, 2023
Mastercard reimagines bespoke travel experiences through strategic partnership with Illusions Online

March 28, 2023
Mastercard partners with World Food Programme to support school meal programs during Ramadan as customers shop on Amazon.ae

March 27, 2023
Mastercard supports fintechs and start-ups

March 26, 2023
Mastercard, Saudi Food Bank and Amazon collaborate to provide SAR750,000 worth of meals to families across the Kingdom this Ramadan

March 26, 2023
Mastercard partners with World Food Programme to provide 1 million school meals during Ramadan as customers shop on Amazon.eg

March 23, 2023
The People’s Own Savings Bank (POSB) launches co-badged Debit and Prepaid Mastercard cards

March 21, 2023
Tigo, Selcom and Mastercard partner to launch online digital payment solution in Tanzania

March 21, 2023
Mastercard Sustainability Academy concludes consumer study

March 21, 2023
A world first from Papara: Voice Card for visually impaired users

March 20, 2023
Mastercard and QNB launch “myPOS” tap on phone service for small businesses in Qatar

March 16, 2023
Mastercard to partner with Digitt+ to promote financial inclusion in Pakistan’s agricultural sector

March 16, 2023
Etisalat by e& Egypt and Mastercard partnership will redefine digital experience and commerce for millions in Egypt

March 15, 2023
Mastercard reinforces commitment to Egypt with new leadership appointment

March 14, 2023
Mastercard launches legacy book celebrating 25 inspiring women and their trailblazing stories

March 13, 2023
Mastercard partners with Infinios to introduce first-ever wholesale travel program in the Middle East and North Africa

March 13, 2023
Astra Tech and Mastercard forge first-of-its-kind agreement to pave the way for new digital payment solutions

March 12, 2023
Mastercard extends partnership with Banque Misr to enhance digital payments portfolio in Egypt

March 8, 2023
Mastercard partners with KAFD to drive female inclusion in Saudi STEM industry

March 7, 2023
Mastercard extends its partnership with the National Bank of Egypt to bring next level digitization into the Egyptian economy

March 6, 2023
AUB and Mastercard Sign Exclusive Strategic Partnership in Bahrain

March 1, 2023
Online retail driven by age, income, education

March 1, 2023
Mastercard brings Google Pay to Kuwait in partnership with Google

February 28, 2023
Mastercard to empower the Kingdom’s ecommerce merchants and consumers with greater choice and innovation

February 27, 2023
e& and Mastercard partner to drive an ambitious digital future for consumers in 16 markets across the Middle East, Asia and Africa

February 22, 2023
Mastercard becomes the preferred payments partner of Punjab Central Business District Development Authority

February 22, 2023
The Cape Wine Auction in partnership with Mastercard raises almost R8 million in one evening!

February 17, 2023
Mastercard Trust Centre partners with Nigerian fintech startup NowNow to improve cybersecurity for SMEs

February 15, 2023
Mastercard Partners with Copal to launch Egypt’s first family payments mobile Application

February 13, 2023
Superhumans and Mastercard will fit two Ukrainian defenders with the state-of-the-art bionic prosthetic arms – the Hero Arms

February 9, 2023
Mastercard and Network International launch new Artificial Intelligence fraud-prevention solution

February 9, 2023
One-third of Ukrainians are ready to entirely switch to payments with digital cards – Mastercard survey

February 8, 2023
Mastercard joins forces with Greater Amman Municipality and Network International to launch Jordan’s first transit payment ecosystem

February 6, 2023
There’s lots to bid for at this year’s Cape Wine Auction

January 25, 2023
Celebrating a decade of the Cape Wine Auction

January 25, 2023
Heifer International to Partner with Mastercard to Empower Millions of Smallholder Farmers in Africa

January 24, 2023
Mastercard joins forces with EazyPay to revolutionize online checkout experience

January 23, 2023
Mastercard and ZoodPay join forces to launch first virtual installment card across EEMEA

January 23, 2023
Commercial Bank International collaborates with Mastercard to launch World Elite Exclusive card for invitation-only clients

January 22, 2023
Saudi National Bank partners with Mastercard and Saudi Esports Federation to transform esports in the Kingdom

January 17, 2023
Mastercard strengthens leadership team to accelerate growth across Sub-Saharan Francophone Africa

January 16, 2023
Tradeling Joins Forces with Mastercard to Help Spur the UAE’s Economic Growth

2022
December 28, 2022
The Mastercard Economics Institute’s Economic Outlook for 2023: What the ‘multi-speed’ global economy means

December 28, 2022
Mastercard Economics Institute’s Economic Outlook for 2023: UAE consumers shop, dine out more frequently but spend less per visit

December 28, 2022
Mastercard Economics Institute’s Economic Outlook for 2023: Saudi Arabia defies global dip in housing-related spending

December 28, 2022
Mastercard Economics Institute’s Economic Outlook for 2023: Qatar minimizes spending gap between affluent, non-affluent households

December 22, 2022
Online retail passes R50-billion in 2022

December 15, 2022
Mastercard and foodpanda partner to provide vital funding for flood-hit Pakistan, through World Food Programme

December 14, 2022
Mastercard Brings Apple Pay to Customers in Kuwait

December 14, 2022
Mastercard partners with Credit Libanais to launch inbound cross-border payments across Lebanon

December 12, 2022
Mastercard partners with My Book Qatar to provide Priceless offers and discounts to international visitors

December 5, 2022
Enjoy exclusive after-hours tour of National Museum of Qatar – a Priceless experience courtesy of Mastercard

December 2, 2022
Mastercard and PayFast Continue to Support Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Through Priceless Possibilities

November 30, 2022
Mastercard and Vodafone keep people connected this travel season: 3GB of free data for guests and residents with Qatar Fan Pack

November 29, 2022
Dine in style on the helipad of JW Marriott Doha through a priceless experience with Mastercard

November 29, 2022
JINGLE PAY PARTNERS WITH MASTERCARD TO BOOST FINANCIAL INCLUSION

November 24, 2022
Digital Innovation: On the Frontier of Financial and Digital Inclusion in Sub-Saharan Africa

November 22, 2022
Embark on a culinary journey with Qatari chef Shams Al Qassabi through a priceless experience with Mastercard

November 22, 2022
MASTERCARD TASTE OF NAIROBI: INDULGE IN NAIROBI’S FINEST CULINARY EXPERIENCE

November 16, 2022
Try more delights for less with Mastercard and talabat

November 16, 2022
Hibret Bank and Mastercard Partner to Give Small Businesses A Boost through E-Commerce Payment Solution

November 16, 2022
EthSwitch, Oromia Bank and Mastercard Partner to Modernize Ethiopia’s Payments Ecosystem Through Acceptance of Mastercard Payment Cards at ATMs

November 9, 2022
Mastercard introduces Samsung Wallet in Qatar to elevate cardholders’ purchasing experience

November 8, 2022
Mastercard and Arab African International Bank enter a strategic long-term partnership

November 8, 2022
Bank One unveils its New Range of Premium Mastercards, giving customers access to Priceless Travel and Lifestyle Benefits

November 8, 2022
Mastercard signs Memorandum of Understanding with Lagos State Employment Trust Fund to drive digital financial inclusion for micro, small and medium businesses

November 1, 2022
Cocktail Week Returned to Lagos, Giving Mastercard Cardholders a Priceless Dining Experience

October 26, 2022
Fintech emerging as Africa’s most vibrant sector, finds Mastercard study

October 25, 2022
Mastercard and BitOasis sign strategic partnership across MENA to launch crypto-linked cards

October 24, 2022
NBB Collaborates with Mastercard to Launch 100% Recycled Cards

October 13, 2022
Mastercard Fintech Express Welcomes Jordan Kuwait Bank as Global Partner

October 11, 2022
Mastercard and Nclude Partner to Accelerate Egypt’s Fintech Ecosystem and Boost Financial Inclusion

October 11, 2022
Data analytics and artificial intelligence are expected to be the top technologies driving the growth of fintech, finds Mastercard study

October 11, 2022
Mastercard and CIH BANK organize the 2nd edition of the “World Elite Cup” tournament with “Priceless” experiences for World Elite cardholders

October 3, 2022
One in six people in South Africa claim that the cross-border payments they made last year enabled their family and friends to survive the economic crisis

September 26, 2022
Mastercard expands decades-long football legacy through GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title with Luis Figo

September 22, 2022
Mastercard partners with noqodi to expand digital payment acceptance across UAE

September 20, 2022
Mastercard Expands Advisors Client Services Hub in Egypt to Further Support Digital Transformation in the Region

September 19, 2022
South Africa’s Appetite for Digital Payments Continues to Grow– Mastercard New Payments Index 2022

September 5, 2022
ProvidusBank, Mastercard, Interswitch and Thales launch contactless Tap-to-Pay transactions via smart devices in Nigeria

September 1, 2022
Ajman Bank to Launch World’s First Mastercard Touch Card, Driving Inclusion across UAE

August 30, 2022
Mastercard powers launch of Telda’s cobranded prepaid card

August 30, 2022
Eyowo Launches Digital First Mastercard Amid Growing Demand for Digitally Driven Money Management Solutions

August 30, 2022
Mastercard collaborates to bring Google Pay to South Africa

August 25, 2022
Mastercard and Cellulant Partner to Empower Millions of Consumers across Africa to join the Global Digital Commerce Market

August 23, 2022
Mastercard and LMKR formalize partnership to accelerate digital transformation across Pakistan

August 15, 2022
Mastercard partners with Gamers8 to deliver Priceless experiences for the Kingdom’s esports community

August 3, 2022
Mastercard New Payments Index 2022: Consumers in Pakistan embrace digital payments

August 2, 2022
Mastercard New Payments Index 2022: UAE Consumers Embrace Digital Payments

August 2, 2022
Mastercard New Payments Index 2022: Saudi Arabia Consumers Embrace Digital Payments

August 2, 2022
Mastercard New Payments Index 2022: Consumers in MENA Embrace Digital Payments

August 2, 2022
Mastercard New Payments Index 2022: Consumers in Morocco embrace digital payments

August 2, 2022
Mastercard New Payment Index 2022: Consumers in Egypt embrace digital payments

July 24, 2022
National Bank of Bahrain signs an extended partnership with Mastercard to enhance portfolio through new premium offerings

July 15, 2022
Mastercard Deepens Commitment to UAE Culinary Scene through Partnership with MICHELIN Guide Dubai

July 7, 2022
Mastercard strengthens leadership team to accelerate growth across its MENA Central cluster

July 7, 2022
Mastercard strengthens its Saudi leadership team to accelerate growth across the Kingdom and its wider MENA Central cluster

July 6, 2022
Mastercard and Emirates airline partner to give away Emirates Holidays Packages worth AED 15,000 this Summer

June 29, 2022
International sales and global suppliers key to ensure post pandemic business recovery and growth

June 23, 2022
Mastercard strengthens leadership team to accelerate growth across Middle East and North Africa

June 23, 2022
Mastercard launches its first-ever music album: Priceless®

June 22, 2022
Spire and Mastercard partner to enhance and simplify digital banking

June 21, 2022
International sales and global suppliers key to ensure post pandemic business recovery and growth

June 20, 2022
Mastercard announces MoU with Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) to help boost tourism

June 20, 2022
International sales and global suppliers key to ensure post pandemic business recovery and growth

June 16, 2022
Mastercard welcomes NymCard as principal Mastercard issuer to boost UAE fintech landscape

June 15, 2022
Mastercard and EziPay join to provide fintechs more digital commerce solutions for millions in Middle East and Africa

June 14, 2022
Mastercard and Ecobank Group partner to digitize agricultural value chains in Africa and empower millions of smallholder farmers through digital and financial inclusion

June 13, 2022
Mastercard Economics Institute: Pent-up demand drives global leisure and business flight bookings past 2019 levels

June 7, 2022
Mastercard strengthens digital payment capabilities across Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa

June 6, 2022
Mastercard study advocates financial inclusion as a driver for better access to health and education

May 30, 2022
Technology can accelerate financial inclusion for persons with disabilities, finds Mastercard study

May 26, 2022
Mastercard and Musafir partner to boost seamless travel bookings through innovative solutions

May 25, 2022
Mastercard and HyperPay sign a strategic partnership to expand digital payment rails across Middle East and North Africa

May 24, 2022
NowNow joins Mastercard Start Path Global program to scale financial innovation in Africa

May 23, 2022
Sokin expands payments partnership with Mastercard across the region

May 22, 2022
Mastercard, One Global™ and i2c partner to launch integrated wallet in Middle East and North Africa, along with issuing capability for fintechs

May 19, 2022
Mastercard and OPay announce strategic partnership to grow cashless ecosystem and advance digital financial inclusion for millions

May 18, 2022
With a smile or a wave, paying in store just got personal

May 10, 2022
Kamel Pay and Mastercard launch new card propositions to drive financial inclusion in the UAE

April 20, 2022
Mastercard expands the Priceless Planet Coalition’s forest restoration effort

April 20, 2022
Mastercard’s Priceless Planet Coalition Expands Forest Restoration Effort

April 13, 2022
Mastercard and World Food Programme partner to feed 1 million vulnerable schoolchildren this Ramadan, with support from Amazon

April 13, 2022
Partnerships that bring complementary services and technology can enable the growth of super-apps in the region, says Economist Impact study

April 11, 2022
Mastercard and PesaLink sign Memorandum of Understanding to Drive Digital Transformation of the Payments Sector in Kenya

April 6, 2022
Mastercard and Expo 2020 Dubai: Leaving an Enduring Legacy

April 6, 2022
I&M Bank and Mastercard Delight Customers with a Suite of Premium Credit and Debit Cards

April 6, 2022
Five hundred and fifteen girls from primary schools in South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria and Kenya participated in a STEM curriculum that aims to develop the problem-solvers of the future

April 5, 2022
Winners of Inaugural Mastercard Women SME Leaders Awards 2022 announced

April 4, 2022
Ministry of Innovation and Technology, Mastercard and Commercial Bank of Ethiopia Collaborate to Transform Government Services

March 30, 2022
Mastercard, Network International and NBS Bank Plc Partner to Accelerate Digital Payments Adoption in Malawi

March 29, 2022
Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry partners with Mastercard to harness data-led decision making for economic growth

March 29, 2022
Mastercard partners with Bank Alfalah for market-first launch of Tap on Phone and Simplify Commerce solutions in Pakistan

March 28, 2022
New Mastercard report outlines key sectors in Saudi Arabia set to benefit from smart city revolution

March 28, 2022
Botswana, Uganda, and Ghana show the highest concentration of Women Entrepreneurs – Mastercard Index of Women Entrepreneurs

March 22, 2022
Economic recovery relies on empowering women entrepreneurs, according to Mastercard study

March 21, 2022
Mastercard’s ‘Her Voice’ podcast series gives voice to inspiring stories by women entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia and the region

March 8, 2022
South Africa grows number of women business owners, despite challenges – Mastercard Index of Women Entrepreneurs

March 7, 2022
Mastercard partners with Expo School Programme to mark International Women’s Day with biggest ever Girls4Tech rollout

February 21, 2022
Mastercard Women SME Leaders Awards 2022 is open for nominations from women-owned and run businesses in the region

February 17, 2022
Mastercard Expands Consulting with Practices Dedicated to Crypto, Open Banking and ESG

February 16, 2022
Mastercard welcomes Siemens Software to the Priceless Planet Coalition to take collective action on climate change

February 15, 2022
Mastercard partners with Payment International Enterprise to launch FLOOSS in Bahrain

February 8, 2022
Mastercard expands its Business Intelligence Platform for Financial Institutions in the Middle East and Africa

January 27, 2022
DPO Group Partners with Mastercard to Help Businesses Accept Digital Payments

January 25, 2022
Mastercard Installments BNPL program gives consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia more payment choices wherever they shop

January 20, 2022
Network International launches Tap on Phone in partnership with Mastercard to expand digital payment acceptance across Middle East & Africa

January 18, 2022
Mastercard builds on its diversity commitment by joining pledge to accelerate gender balance in the UAE private sector

2021
December 22, 2021
New Mastercard podcast shows how financial inclusion is creating an equitable future for all

December 22, 2021
Mastercard Joins Dubai Financial Services Authority Threat Intelligence Platform to Strengthen Cyber Resilience Across the Region

December 16, 2021
Mastercard partners with Ravi Urban Development Authority to build cashless economic zone

December 16, 2021
Mastercard partners with Schoolvoice to transform payment ecosystem in education sector across MENA

December 15, 2021
ABK-Egypt Collaborates with Mastercard to Boost Contactless Payments

December 15, 2021
Digitalization readiness key to unlocking SME growth potential in Middle East & Africa, says new Mastercard white paper

December 15, 2021
Mastercard, Thales and Providus Bank launch a tokenization and digitization initiative in Nigeria

December 14, 2021
Mastercard and Jumia donate 25 000 trees during Black Friday Promotion in support of the Priceless Planet Coalition

December 13, 2021
The Arab Monetary Fund (AMF) announces an MoU with Mastercard to join forces in facilitating the growth of payments activities across MENA region and beyond

December 13, 2021
Digitalization readiness key to unlocking SME growth potential, says new Mastercard white paper

December 12, 2021
Digitalization readiness key to unlocking SME growth potential in Middle East & Africa, says new Mastercard white paper

December 9, 2021
Mastercard Economics Institute: 2022 Economic Outlook Defined by Digital Resilience and a Return to the ‘Experience Economy’

December 9, 2021
Mastercard and Junior Achievement South Africa Empower Women to Start or Grow their own Business

December 8, 2021
Mastercard and Jordan Kuwait Bank Launch First World Elite Biometric Credit Card in Middle East & Africa

December 7, 2021
Mastercard realigns international operations and further evolves, expands and enhances presence across Middle East, Africa and Eastern Europe

December 6, 2021
Mastercard and ProgressSoft Partner to Simplify Remittance Solutions across Middle East and North Africa

December 6, 2021
Economist Impact and Mastercard study reveals that Middle East and Africa is a fertile ground for the growth of super-apps

December 2, 2021
Mastercard partners with LMKR to build Pakistan’s first open-loop transit solution and simplify the commuter experience

December 1, 2021
Mastercard and Meta join forces to support the digitization and growth of SMEs in MEA through times of uncertainty

November 30, 2021
Paymentology Joins Mastercard as a Network Enabling Partner

November 25, 2021
SlipMate Offers First Mastercard Corporate Prepaid Cards for E-Commerce

November 22, 2021
MyBank, Mastercard and Network International elevate ecommerce in Somalia with new debit card launch

November 17, 2021
Mastercard and PayFast host masterclass to help SMEs start or grow a resilient online business

November 17, 2021
Mastercard partners with Home Remitt to enable simple, safe and affordable international money transfers

November 15, 2021
Mastercard Economics Institute: Restaurants, Apparel and Home Furnishing Businesses Thrive in the UAE in 2021

November 15, 2021
Mastercard Economics Institute: Lodging Small Businesses Thrive in Middle East and Africa in 2021

November 14, 2021
Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition welcomes HSBC UAE Air Miles initiative to empower consumers to take collective action on climate change

November 10, 2021
Airtel Money and Mastercard launch new digital payment solution for Airtel Money Customers

November 9, 2021
Mastercard Economics Institute: Small Business Creation in South Africa Grew 13% From 2019 to 2020

November 8, 2021
Mastercard Taste of Nairobi: Indulge in The Capital’s Finest Culinary Experience

November 8, 2021
Dubai First partners with Mastercard to launch the first personalized mobile banking experience in MEA

November 8, 2021
Mastercard partners with Pakistan’s One Network to Digitize Road Toll Payments

November 2, 2021
Emirates Nature-WWF joins Mastercard’s Priceless Planet Coalition to conserve and restore mangrove ecosystem in the UAE

October 31, 2021
Mastercard Partners with MoneyFellows to Launch Innovative Digital Solutions and Services

October 26, 2021
In line with its plans to launch the first digital bank in Egypt: Misr Digital Innovation partners with Mastercard to provide Egyptian consumers with a safe and seamless banking experience

October 25, 2021
Social media main enabler for growth among women-owned businesses

October 25, 2021
Mastercard Appoints Gabriel Swanepoel as the new Country Manager for South Africa

October 22, 2021
BancABC partners with Mastercard and Zimswitch to Transform Zimbabwe’s payment landscape

October 21, 2021
TNM Mpamba and Mastercard empower millions of consumers in Malawi to make in-person and online payments on global platforms, advancing digital financial inclusion

October 18, 2021
Mastercard Academy: ‘The Entrepreneur’s Odyssey’ Educational Platform to help SME owners grow a resilient business venture

October 18, 2021
Mastercard Academy: ‘The Entrepreneur’s Odyssey’ Educational Platform to help SME owners grow a resilient business venture

October 14, 2021
Mastercard partners with Pakistan’s Special Technology Zones Authority (STZA) to build the nation’s first cashless zone

October 14, 2021
Mastercard South Africa bags prestigious award as South Africa’s Most Innovative Payment Solutions Provider 2021

October 13, 2021
JazzCash and Mastercard Introduce New Solutions to Transform Pakistan’s Digital Payment Ecosystem

October 12, 2021
Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition welcomes Premier Bank in Somalia as Strategic Partner to fight climate change

October 10, 2021
Mastercard and Female Fusion collaborate to empower women entrepreneurs at Expo 2020 Dubai

October 6, 2021
SAUDIA with SABB and Mastercard Launch the Revamped ALFURSAN Mastercard Platinum Co-branded Credit Card

October 5, 2021
Mastercard partners with Digital PayGo to drive secure payments for SMEs in Zambia

September 30, 2021
Mastercard welcomes NymCard as its newest Network Enablement Partner

September 28, 2021
Mastercard partners with Lulu Exchange to enable speedy and secure online remittances

September 22, 2021
Start Something Priceless with Mastercard at Expo 2020 Dubai

September 16, 2021
The search is on for Nigeria’s next big restaurateur

September 14, 2021
Mastercard Offers Expo 2020 Dubai Visitors the Opportunity to Contribute to our #PricelessPlanet

September 13, 2021
Emirates NBD Group, Expo 2020 Dubai and Mastercard introduce exclusive card programmes to power Expo experience

September 13, 2021
Resal and Mastercard partnership taps into growing trend for digital card, gifting and reward options

September 9, 2021
Uber, TGA and MasterCard offer free rides to people accessing a Covid-19 vaccination in Saudi Arabia

September 9, 2021
Mastercard and Paycode Partner to Increase Access to Financial Services and Government Assistance for Remote Communities Across Africa

September 8, 2021
CARE International in Pakistan and Mastercard launch ‘Ignite’ program to support millions of entrepreneurs

September 7, 2021
Mastercard and Spot Money partner for a Priceless initiative that helps feed the nation

August 26, 2021
Uber partners with Mastercard and the Department of Health to provide free rides and accelerate vaccinations in South Africa

August 23, 2021
South African Women Entrepreneurs Bridge the Digital Divide – Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

August 18, 2021
78% of SMEs in Retail across Middle East and Africa optimistic about future growth guided by potential for upskilling staff, digital payment acceptance and better data: Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

August 18, 2021
74% of SMEs in Construction and Manufacturing across Middle East and Africa optimistic about future growth guided by potential for upskilling staff, access to credit and better data: Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

August 18, 2021
76% of SMEs in Food, Beverage, Entertainment across Middle East and Africa optimistic about future growth guided by potential for access to training, upskilling staff and digitization: Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

August 11, 2021
Women entrepreneurs lead the way in digital presence, according to Mastercard SME research in Middle East and Africa

August 10, 2021
TNM Mpamba and Mastercard partner to transform Malawi’s payment landscape

August 9, 2021
Penny Software signs partnership to launch Mastercard Track™ Business Payment Service in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region

August 4, 2021
Mastercard Brings Egyptians Closer to Their Passions as It Expands Priceless Platform

August 4, 2021
Mastercard and PayFast Launch Priceless Campaign to Support Small Businesses and Boost Online Sales

July 29, 2021
Mastercard marks year of collective action in annual Sustainability Report

July 14, 2021
Government support and effective policies key to future growth, say SMEs across Middle East and Africa in Mastercard research

July 8, 2021
Mastercard Economics Institute: Rebound in Ground Travel for Some Markets in Middle East & Africa; International Travel Lags Behind

July 6, 2021
Tap or Scan to Pay with Mastercard and Help the Gift of the Givers Foundation

June 30, 2021
74% of SMEs in Sub-Saharan Africa Optimistic about Future Growth: Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

June 30, 2021
61% of SMEs in Kenya Optimistic about Recovery: Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

June 30, 2021
Mastercard Partners with Eazy Financial Services to Expand Digital Offering for SMEs and Merchants in Bahrain

June 28, 2021
81% of SMEs in Nigeria optimistic about future growth guided by potential of accepting digital payments, easier access to credit and doing business internationally: Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

June 28, 2021
61% of South African SMMEs Plan for Growth - Mastercard SME Index

June 27, 2021
73% of SMEs in Egypt optimistic about future growth guided by potential for access to training, better data, and digital payments: Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

June 27, 2021
83% of SMEs in Saudi Arabia optimistic about future growth guided by potential for digitalization, access to better data, training and upskilling: Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

June 27, 2021
88% of SMEs in the UAE optimistic about future growth guided by potential for digitalization, access to funding and upskilling: Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

June 27, 2021
81% of SMEs in MENA optimistic about future growth guided by potential for digitalization, better data, access to credit and upskilling: Mastercard MEA SME Confidence Index

June 25, 2021
Mastercard appoints new country director in Ghana

June 18, 2021
Mastercard Partners with Zamtel to Transform Payments in Zambia

June 17, 2021
E-Livestock Global Launch Mastercard Blockchain-Based Solution to Bring Visibility to the Cattle Industry in Zimbabwe

June 9, 2021
Mastercard Empowers Consumers To Choose A Sustainable Future With Eco-Friendly Cards

June 8, 2021
Women’s rugby in South Africa gets boost through Mastercard’s ground-breaking sponsorship deal with SABC

June 3, 2021
Mastercard Unveils New Carbon Calculator Tool for Banks in South Africa and the region, with Insights Informing Consumer Spending Around Carbon Impact

June 3, 2021
Mastercard Unveils New Carbon Calculator Tool for Banks in Kenya and the Region, with Insights Informing Consumer Spending Around Carbon Impact

June 3, 2021
Mastercard Unveils New Carbon Calculator Tool for Banks in Middle East & Africa, with Insights Informing Consumer Spending Around Carbon Impact

June 3, 2021
Mastercard Unveils New Carbon Calculator Tool for Banks in the UAE and the region, with Insights Informing Consumer Spending Around Carbon Impact

June 2, 2021
10 ways to help you reduce your carbon footprint

May 26, 2021
Mastercard appoints Victor Ndlovu as Director, Country Business Development Lead, East Africa

May 25, 2021
Mastercard and Telda Launch Egypt’s First of its Kind Money App

May 24, 2021
Mastercard welcomes NEC Payments as a Global Partner of Fintech Express

May 18, 2021
Mastercard launches SME Dining Series Campaign “Start Something Priceless”

May 12, 2021
Innervation Rewards collaborates with Mastercard to digitise and simplify expense management for corporates in South Africa

May 12, 2021
SA Online Retail leaps to R30-billion

May 11, 2021
Mastercard partners with Billetera to offer cutting-edge digital payment solutions in Democratic Republic of Congo

May 10, 2021
Mastercard and Kasha Strengthen Commitment to Empower Women and Support Micro-Entrepreneurs in Africa

May 7, 2021
Econet Group and Mastercard to collaborate on fintech solutions for Covid-19 response in Africa

May 6, 2021
Mastercard New Payments Index: South Africa’s Consumer Appetite for Digital Payments Takes Off

May 6, 2021
Mastercard New Payments Index: Consumer Appetite for Digital Payments Takes Off in Kenya

May 5, 2021
Mastercard New Payments Index: Consumer Appetite in Middle East and North Africa for Digital Payments Takes Off

May 5, 2021
Mastercard New Payments Index: Consumer Appetite in Saudi Arabia for Digital Payments Takes Off

May 5, 2021
Mastercard New Payments Index: Consumer Appetite for Digital Payments Takes Off in Egypt

May 5, 2021
Mastercard New Payments Index: UAE Consumer Appetite for Digital Payments Takes Off

May 5, 2021
Mastercard New Payments Index: Consumer Appetite for Digital Payments Takes Off in Nigeria

April 26, 2021
Mastercard announces appointment of Shehryar Ali to Sub-Saharan Africa leadership team

April 22, 2021
9 in 10 adults in Africa willing to take personal action on sustainability issues

April 22, 2021
9 in 10 adults in Middle East willing to take personal action on sustainability issues: new Mastercard study

April 22, 2021
98% of adults in South Africa willing to take personal action on sustainability issues

April 22, 2021
92% of adults in Kenya willing to take personal action on sustainability issues

April 22, 2021
96% of adults in UAE willing to take personal action on sustainability issues

April 21, 2021
Customers can now pay small businesses via WhatsApp

April 21, 2021
Saudi Payments Launches Instant Payments System ‘sarie’ in Cooperation with IBM and Mastercard

April 19, 2021
Mastercard Enters into Strategic Partnership with Central Bank of Iraq to Advance Digital Payments in the Country

April 18, 2021
Mastercard Track™ Business Payment Service Welcomes HSBC UAE as Part of Mission to Help Modernize the Middle East and Africa’s B2B Payment Ecosystem

April 15, 2021
Zemen Bank and Mastercard partner to launch Ethiopia’s first contactless Platinum Mastercard Prepaid Travel Card

April 14, 2021
Mastercard Recovery Insights: E-commerce a Covid Lifeline for Retailers with Additional $900 Billion Spent Online Globally

April 12, 2021
Mastercard signs MENA region’s first Tap-on-Phone agreement with Geidea

April 6, 2021
Long-standing partners, Mastercard and Uber extend their partnership to boost payment digitization and advance financial inclusion across the Middle East and Africa

March 29, 2021
Mastercard Empowers Girls to Become Tomorrow’s Technology Leaders with First Girls4Tech™ Connect Digital Programme in Nigeria

March 22, 2021
Ooredoo, Mastercard and QNB Announce the Launch of Mastercard Contactless Tap & Go and Virtual Prepaid Cards

March 17, 2021
Mastercard Partners with Anghami to Host a #Priceless Performance Featuring the Sensational Yara in an Exclusive Virtual Concert on March 26

March 12, 2021
Nedbank's ‘Tap-on-phone’ – a first in Africa - empowers SMMEs with safe and secure contactless payments

March 9, 2021
Diversity Matters Because Diversity Wins

March 9, 2021
Meet the needs of women in the market by having women in the workforce

March 9, 2021
Mastercard Empowers Girls to Become Tomorrow’s Technology Leaders with First Girls4Tech™ Connect Digital Programme in South Africa

March 8, 2021
Mastercard appoints Piwokuhle Nyanda and Chanel Alberts as new women rugby ambassadors

March 8, 2021
Mastercard and Expo 2020 Dubai Empower the Tech Leaders of Tomorrow this International Women’s Day

March 8, 2021
Women entrepreneurs are making progress in South Africa, but challenges persist – Mastercard Index

March 8, 2021
Mastercard and NBK Partner to Launch Action-Packed UEFA Champions League Mastercard Cards

March 4, 2021
Over 100 Restaurants to Participate in EatOut & Mastercard’s 5th Nairobi Burger Week Edition

March 4, 2021
Mastercard partners with Hellopay to bring contactless payments to South Africa’s informal economy

March 3, 2021
Ground-breaking speaker line-up announced for 6th FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit

March 3, 2021
Sustainability and Happiness Shaping the Future of Smart Cities: Mastercard, Smart Dubai and Expo 2020 Dubai Report

February 28, 2021
Mastercard Brings Instant and Secure Checkout Experience with Click to Pay to its Cardholders in the UAE

February 24, 2021
NCB and Mastercard Launch Best-in-Class Credit Card for Corporates in Saudi Arabia

February 21, 2021
Tweeq Signs Partnership Deals with Mastercard and Paymentology to Offer an Unparalleled Consumer Experience

February 16, 2021
Mastercard and MTN empower millions of consumers in Africa to make payments on global platforms, advancing digital financial inclusion

February 15, 2021
Kenyan Shoppers Still Want To Splurge On Their Loved Ones, Despite Covid Challenge

February 15, 2021
72% of Tanzanian Consumers are Spending More Money Online Since the Start of Pandemic, Reveals Mastercard Study

February 15, 2021
79% of Kenyan Consumers are Shopping More Online Since the Start of Pandemic, Reveals Mastercard Study

February 14, 2021
Home Is Where The Heart Is This Valentine’s Day

February 12, 2021
Mastercard Index: Love and Pockets Run Deep in South Africa as Valentine’s Day Spend Soars

February 10, 2021
FAB partners with Mastercard to enhance commercial payments for UAE businesses

February 9, 2021
Mastercard launches the MEA region’s first numberless card in Pakistan with SadaPay

February 2, 2021
Faisal Islamic Bank becomes first Sudanese bank to obtain Mastercard license through Network International partnership

February 2, 2021
Mastercard Partners with UNICAF to offer Cardholders 75% Scholarships for Internationally Recognized Degrees

February 2, 2021
Mastercard Partners with UNICAF to offer Cardholders Scholarships for Internationally Recognized Degrees

January 31, 2021
Mastercard and Dubai International Financial Centre Partner to Enhance Regional Cybersecurity Efforts

January 28, 2021
Mastercard Morocco Empowers Girls to Become Tomorrow’s Technology Leaders with First Girls4Tech™ Digital Launch in Middle East and Africa

January 27, 2021
Mastercard Pledges Net Zero Emissions; Innovates for Collective Climate Action

January 27, 2021
New fintech brand launches SA’s first Open Banking offering

January 26, 2021
Gulf Bank and Mastercard Debut the “Rose Gold” Credit Card

January 26, 2021
Mastercard Evolves Contactless Technology for Quantum World

January 21, 2021
Mastercard and Network International launch digital platform to accelerate digital payment adoption across Middle East and Africa

January 20, 2021
Mastercard, Unilever and KCB Bank strengthen partnership to support micro-retailers in Kenya

January 13, 2021
Africa claims top three spots in Mastercard Index for highest concentration of women businesses owners in the world

January 13, 2021
Mastercard Global Outlook 2021 Highlights Permanent Shift to Digital and Opportunity to Boost Financial Inclusion in the Middle East and Africa

2020
December 22, 2020
Mastercard Signs Partnership with Carticard to Spur Digital Economy and Drive Financial Inclusion in Egypt

December 21, 2020
Naua.org and Mastercard empower over 600,000 charitable beneficiaries

December 15, 2020
Mastercard partners with JA Nigeria to Empower the Next Generation of Digital Entrepreneurs

December 15, 2020
Safety First: Mastercard’s Top Tips for Online Shopping This Festive Season

December 11, 2020
PayCentral and Mastercard Enable Small Businesses to Go Digital and Pay Employees with Virtual Cards, Tapping into the Booming Digital Economy

December 10, 2020
Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth Teams Up with Nedbank to help 9,000 informal micro-entrepreneurs grow their businesses

December 9, 2020
Mastercard and The Financial Access Initiative at New York University Partner to Launch The Small Firm Diaries to Enable More Small Businesses Benefit From the Digital Economy

December 7, 2020
81% of Nigeria Consumers are Shopping More Online Since the Start of Pandemic, Reveals Mastercard Study

December 7, 2020
68% of Ivorian Consumers are Shopping More Online Since the Start of Pandemic, Reveals Mastercard Study

December 7, 2020
79% of Ghanaian Consumers are Shopping More Online Since the Start of Pandemic, Reveals Mastercard Study

December 6, 2020
New Global Index Defines What Makes Digital Economies More Trusted and Resilient

November 29, 2020
Mashreq Bank and Mastercard Launch Tap On Phone for Small Businesses in UAE

November 26, 2020
Johannesburg, South Africa

November 24, 2020
77% of KSA Consumers are Shopping More Online Since the Start of Pandemic, Reveals Mastercard Study

November 24, 2020
73% of Consumers in Middle East and Africa are Shopping More Online Since the Start of Pandemic, Reveals Mastercard Study

November 24, 2020
72% of Egyptian Consumers are Shopping More Online since the Start of Pandemic, Reveals Mastercard Study

November 24, 2020
73% of UAE Consumers are Shopping More Online Since the Start of Pandemic, Reveals Mastercard Study

November 23, 2020
Mastercard and Spotii Partner to Enable Consumers to ‘Buy Now Pay Later’

November 17, 2020
Mastercard and Network International Join Forces to Expand Commercial Payment Solutions across Middle East and Africa

November 12, 2020
Mastercard and Payment24 Put Fleet Managers in the Driver’s Seat

November 3, 2020
Mastercard Launches AI-Powered Solution To Protect The Digital Ecosystem

October 28, 2020
Mastercard Enables Small Businesses in Nigeria to Tap into the Booming Digital Economy through SME-in-a-Box

October 27, 2020
United Arab Bank and Mastercard announce strategic partnership to accelerate payments innovation in the UAE

October 20, 2020
Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition Expands, Unites Businesses and Consumers Worldwide to Preserve the Environment

October 20, 2020
Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition welcomes Expo 2020 Dubai, Emirates NBD, Network International as Strategic Partners to fight Climate Change

October 19, 2020
Standard Bank, Mastercard and Google collaborate to help SMEs open their digital doors and reach more customers

October 16, 2020
Mastercard and Ministry of Innovation & Technology Sign MoU to Fast Track Development of Digital Economy in Ethiopia

October 16, 2020
Mastercard and Pick n Pay partner for a priceless initiative that helps feed the nation

October 12, 2020
Mastercard and Amazon.ae Sign Strategic Partnership to Give Consumers Exclusive Access to Value-Added Benefits

October 11, 2020
Milestone Moment: Girls4Tech™ Reaches 1 Million Girls in 30 Countries

October 9, 2020
Milestone Moment: Girls4Tech Reaches 1 Million Girls in 30 Countries

October 8, 2020
Contactless: The perfect boost for small businesses Presented by Mastercard

October 5, 2020
Mercy Corps And Mastercard Jointly Support Relief Efforts In Lebanon

September 30, 2020
Mastercard partners with Samsung, Airtel and Asante to drive digital inclusion in Africa through Pay-on-Demand services

September 29, 2020
Mastercard study highlights the digital divide that needs to be addressed to power gig economy growth in East Africa

September 29, 2020
IKEA enters Qatari e-commerce space by partnering with QNB and Mastercard

September 23, 2020
Mastercard Announces Fintech Express to Empower MEA Fintechs to Launch and Expand Rapidly

September 22, 2020
How SMEs can leverage ecommerce to grow their business

September 22, 2020
Mastercard partners with Qatar Development Bank to accelerate innovation among Qatar’s fintech community

September 21, 2020
Mastercard and Selcom drive digital payments in Tanzania with launch of innovative mobile app with Qwikrewards cashback feature

September 17, 2020
Mastercard, NetPlusDotCom and Innovectives partner to enable 1 million MSMEs in Nigeria to accept digital payments

September 10, 2020
klip, Emirates Digital Wallet’s Digital Cash Platform, Now Live with First Abu Dhabi Bank, Mashreq Bank and National Bank of Fujairah

September 10, 2020
Mastercard, Zimswitch partnership set to drive digital transformation of the payments sector in Zimbabwe

September 10, 2020
Mastercard Launches Partnership with HSBC to Promote More Sustainable and Inclusive Communities

September 9, 2020
NMB Bank and Mastercard Partner to Enable Greater Financial Inclusion; Aim to Bring Credit, Prepaid Cards to 1.5 Million in Tanzania

September 9, 2020
Mastercard and Network International transform shopping with exclusive sonic experience

September 6, 2020
Banque Saudi Fransi and Mastercard Launch World’s First Priceless Card

September 1, 2020
Delivery Hero and Mastercard forge largest partnership deal to transform the digital payments and financial services landscape for 20 million consumers, riders and restaurants in MENA

August 31, 2020
Mastercard continues to champion women with new rugby sponsorship

August 31, 2020
Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth partners with Omaness to support women entrepreneurs in Nigeria

August 21, 2020
Mastercard Accelerate Ignites Next Generation of Fintech Disruptors and Partners to Build the Future of Commerce

August 19, 2020
Mastercard boosts online security capabilities as Ecommerce accelerates in South Africa

August 17, 2020
Mastercard Research Shows Surge in Digital Payments as Ecommerce Reaches New Heights in the UAE

August 16, 2020
Mastercard partners with AlRaedah Finance to offer unique payment solutions for SMEs in Saudi Arabia

August 11, 2020
Uber to provide free trips in Saudi Arabia, as a part of its largest MEA-wide partnership with Mastercard

August 11, 2020
Mastercard Enables Small Businesses to Tap into the Booming Digital Economy

July 22, 2020
Mastercard Leads the Payments Industry Forward to a More Sustainable Future

July 12, 2020
Mastercard’s Online Remittance Solutions supporting remitters, in Response to COVID-19

July 9, 2020
FASTA and Mastercard join forces to launch FASTACard – South Africa’s first virtual credit card

July 8, 2020
American Express, Discover, Mastercard and Visa to Power Global Expansion of Simple, Consistent Digital Checkout Experience

July 8, 2020
JayJay Okocha, Toke Makinwa & Chef Fregz Join LineUp for Mastercard Virtual Events

July 8, 2020
Mastercard partners with leading online and mobile platforms to bring exclusive discounts to consumers shopping from home

June 30, 2020
Nedbank's new ‘tap on phone’ – a first in Africa - enables safe and secure contactless payments

June 25, 2020
Uber launches its largest region-wide initiative in partnership with Mastercard to provide 120,000 free trips to frontline workers in MEA, including Nigeria

June 25, 2020
Uber launches its largest region-wide initiative in partnership with Mastercard to provide 120,000 free trips to frontline workers in MEA, including Ivory Coast

June 25, 2020
Uber launches its largest region-wide initiative in partnership with Mastercard to provide 120,000 free trips to frontline workers in MEA, including Ghana.

June 25, 2020
Uber launches its largest region-wide initiative in partnership with Mastercard to provide 120,000 free trips to frontline workers in MEA, including Kenya

June 24, 2020
Uber launches its largest region-wide initiative in partnership with Mastercard to provide 120,000 free trips to frontline workers in MEA, including South Africa

June 23, 2020
Mastercard Powers Faster, Seamless Online Shopping Experiences for Amazon Customers

June 14, 2020
QNB Group and Mastercard undertake first successful international Mastercard transaction in Sudan

June 9, 2020
Mastercard and Netcash launch QR code billing service for SMEs

June 3, 2020
Camila Cabello Joins Mastercard Roster Creating Digital Priceless Experiences

May 22, 2020
Bryan Habana Interviews Sporting Greats in Virtual Sessions, Joining Mastercard Roster of Digital Priceless Experiences

May 21, 2020
Camila Cabello Joins Mastercard Roster Creating Digital Priceless Experiences  

May 21, 2020
Mastercard’s UAE Astronomical Sales wins big at New York Festivals

May 20, 2020
Mastercard Start Path selects Ukheshe for international engagement programme

May 19, 2020
Economies that prioritize payment digitization best placed for GDP growth and citizen well-being, reveals Mastercard report

May 18, 2020
Mastercard Builds on COVID-19 Response with Commitment to Connect 1 Billion People, 50 Million Small Businesses, 25 Million Women Entrepreneurs to the Digital Economy by 2025

May 18, 2020
Mastercard partners with Hub71 to accelerate innovation in the fintech startup community in the UAE

May 5, 2020
VEON’s JazzCash Strengthens Pakistan’s Payments Ecosystem with Mastercard Partnership

May 5, 2020
Mastercard Study Shows Consumers across Middle East and Africa Make the Move to Contactless Payment for Everyday Purchases, Seeking Touch-Free Payment Experiences

May 5, 2020
Tanzanian commuters to benefit from convenient digital payments as EYWA, Mastercard and NMB Bank partner to digitize transport transactions

May 4, 2020
SadaPay and Mastercard Collaborate to Simplify Digital Payments in Pakistan

April 30, 2020
Mastercard Study Shows Consumers in Middle East & Africa Move to Contactless Payments for Everyday Purchases, Seeking Touch-Free Payment Experiences

April 30, 2020
Mastercard Study Shows Consumers in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Make the Move to Contactless Payment for Everyday Purchases, Seeking Touch-Free Payment Experiences

April 30, 2020
Mastercard Study Shows Consumers in the UAE Make the Move to Contactless Payments for Everyday Purchases, Seeking Touch-Free Payment Experiences

April 30, 2020
Mastercard Study Shows South African Consumers Make the Move to Contactless Payments for Everyday Purchases, Seeking Touch-Free Payment Experiences

April 16, 2020
Mastercard signs agreement with Askari Bank to expand Credit Card issuance and bring innovative payment solutions to Pakistan

April 7, 2020
Learning @ Home with Girls4Tech™ Connect

April 6, 2020
Mastercard champions safe and secure payment transactions in Middle East & Africa with increase to contactless payment limits

April 5, 2020
COVID-19 Therapeutics Accelerator Awards $20 Million in Initial Grants to Fund Clinical Trials

March 19, 2020
Mastercard addresses tech skills shortage among Kenyan women through its Girls4Tech programme

March 19, 2020
Mastercard addresses tech skills shortage among Nigerian women though its Girls4Tech programme

March 9, 2020
Mastercard Reinforces its Commitment to Help Accelerate Egypt’s Digital Transformation at the Network International Partner’s Meet

March 6, 2020
Mastercard puts the spotlight on inclusion and diversity ahead of the Forbes Woman Africa Leading Women Summit

March 5, 2020
Mastercard aims to STEM tech skills shortage among South African women though its Girls4Tech programme

March 3, 2020
Mastercard research finds Pay on Demand solutions are driving a new wave of digital and financial inclusion across Africa through connectivity

February 17, 2020
Growth of the Love Economy – Valentine’s Day Spend Up 49% in Jordan in Three Years

February 17, 2020
Growth of the Love Economy – Valentine’s Day Spend Up 37% in Three Years in Egypt

February 17, 2020
Mastercard Love Index: UAE Romantics Prefer Experiences to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

February 17, 2020
Under the Patronage of the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation at Government of Jordan: Mastercard and Mercy Corps collaborate to boost entrepreneurship in the Middle East

February 13, 2020
Love economy grows in SA as romantics splash out for Valentine’s Day

January 29, 2020
Mastercard Commits to Break Down STEM Barriers for Girls across UAE in partnership with Expo 2020

January 16, 2020
Mastercard partners with Levi Strauss & Co., Marks & Spencer and Vanity Fair Corp. to help garment factory workers build more secure financial futures

2019
December 23, 2019
South African consumer spending shows uptick ahead of the festive season - Mastercard SpendingPulse

December 19, 2019
Mastercard and SABB Partner to Deliver Better, Faster and More Secure Cross-Border Payments Solutions in Saudi Arabia

December 18, 2019
Uganda, Ghana and Botswana have highest percentage of women business owners in the world, finds Mastercard Index

December 3, 2019
uKheshe partners with Mastercard to bring mobile payments to unbanked South Africans

November 27, 2019
Mastercard continues its multi-sensory brand journey and launches the taste of ‘Priceless’ in the UAE

November 15, 2019
Zazu to launch Mastercard Prepaid Cards Linked to its Mobile Wallet – a First in Zambia

November 5, 2019
ZICB Launches Suite of Mastercard Digital Solutions To Boost Business Growth in Zambia

October 29, 2019
Mastercard and e-finance Join Forces to Digitize Online Government Payments across Egypt

October 22, 2019
NMB Bank and Mastercard Collaborate to Provide Commercial Motorcycle Riders and Customers with Digital Payment Solution

October 17, 2019
Mastercard and Saudi Payments explore future of payments at Saudi eCommerce Forum 2019

October 11, 2019
DTB joins Mastercard and DPO Group to extend digital payments to global markets

October 10, 2019
National Commercial Bank and Mastercard Announce Exclusive Strategic Partnership to Foster Payments Innovation in Saudi Arabia

October 8, 2019
Airtel Africa Announces Partnership with Mastercard to Transform Digital Payments Landscape and Connect 100 Million Consumers in Africa

September 20, 2019
Technology Fuels Spirit of Sportsmanship at Rugby World Cup 2019TM as Mastercard Unveils Live ‘Player of the Match’ Trophy

September 6, 2019
Getting Lions to Leapfrog: Understanding the role of technology in promoting inclusive growth in Africa

September 5, 2019
Partnerships are key to driving the future of inclusive payments in South Africa - Mastercard Deloitte Report

September 4, 2019
Mastercard puts a spotlight on gender diversity and female entrepreneurship at the World Economic Forum in Africa

September 4, 2019
Dubai Remains One Of The World’s Most Visited Cities: Mastercard Global Destination Cities Index 2019

August 13, 2019
Mastercard Gives Pirates Women’s Rugby Club A Priceless Surprise as Bryan Habana and Dan Carter Pay a Visit

July 30, 2019
Mastercard and BENEFIT partner to launch first blockchain payment program in the Middle East

July 16, 2019
Young Egyptian Football Fan Becomes UEFA Champions League Mascot Thanks to Mastercard

July 10, 2019
Mastercard partners with USADF and CIAT to open up new opportunities for smallholder farmers across Africa

July 8, 2019
Vodacom launches VodaPay Masterpass app for safe, convenient digital payments

June 24, 2019
President of Mastercard Middle East and Africa, Raghu Malhotra, appointed to U.S. President’s Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa

June 20, 2019
Mastercard at Seamless North Africa 2019: SMEs are a key driver of Egypt’s economic transformation

June 4, 2019
Young Saudi Football Fan Becomes UEFA Champions League Mascot Thanks to Mastercard

May 15, 2019
Mastercard commits to reaching 1 million girls globally by 2025 with signature STEM education platform

May 3, 2019
Mastercard supports African payment innovation through Engage partnership platform

April 25, 2019
Vocalink and Saudi Payments to introduce real-time payments to Saudi Arabia

April 15, 2019
Mastercard wins ‘Future of Payments Company of the Year’ accolade as the region’s most trusted technology partner

April 15, 2019
Mastercard Wins South Africa’s Best Employer Brand in the Financial Services Sector

April 15, 2019
Mastercard’s Brand Transformation Continues as it Prepares to Connect UAE Consumers to their Passion for Culinary Experiences

March 15, 2019
NatSave and Mastercard sign strategic agreement to drive digital transformation and financial inclusion in Zambia

March 13, 2019
Bryan Habana appointed as a Mastercard Ambassador for Rugby World Cup 2019TM

March 3, 2019
Mastercard named ‘Valuable Public Private Partner of the Year’ at bt100 Awards 2019

February 27, 2019
Mastercard and du partner to usher in a new era of payments experiences and security across the Middle East and Africa

February 27, 2019
Mastercard and Angaza partner to bring a new generation of life-changing technology solutions to emerging markets around the world

February 25, 2019
New Technologies Driving New Conversations on Payments and Demands for Access

February 25, 2019
Innovation in payments security to take center stage at Mastercard Cybersecurity Forum in Cairo in partnership with the Central Bank of Egypt

February 19, 2019
Mastercard and Choithrams Start Something Priceless: 1 Million Meals contributed to the World Food Programme

February 19, 2019
Mastercard and mada team up to offer Apple Pay in the Kingdom

February 18, 2019
SBM brings World Elite Mastercard to Mauritius

February 14, 2019
The Mastercard Love Index shows more Middle East and Africa shoppers plan ahead for Valentine’s Day

February 13, 2019
The Mastercard Love Index shows rising e-commerce spending in Kenya

February 13, 2019
Mastercard Index: Love and Pockets Run Deep in South Africa as Valentine’s Day Spend Soars

February 8, 2019
Sound On: Mastercard Debuts Sonic Brand

January 23, 2019
FNB is the first to launch consumer and merchant QR code payments on its banking app

2018
December 19, 2018
Mastercard reports strong growth in secure mobile payments usage in UAE in 2018

December 18, 2018
Mastercard SpendingPulse: South African consumer spending shows moderate uptick ahead of the festive season

December 13, 2018
Mastercard meets with Governor of Central Bank of Kenya to discuss the advancement of the country’s digital payment ecosystem

December 12, 2018
Gavi and Mastercard Join Forces to Reach More Children with Lifesaving Vaccines

December 10, 2018
Mastercard partners with DPO Group to further boost Pan-African merchant payments

December 4, 2018
Johannesburg Remains Africa’s Most Popular City - Mastercard Global Destination Cities Index

November 20, 2018
NASCU and Mastercard announce landmark agreement to drive financial inclusion in Zambia

October 30, 2018
Mastercard recognised with best AgTech solution award in Kenya

October 29, 2018
Mastercard hosts African Debit Forum to discuss role of technology in helping banks deliver a seamless consumer experience

October 25, 2018
Mastercard unites female executives to lead the way in the drive for equality

October 25, 2018
Mastercard Reaffirms Commitment to Public-Private Partnerships for Egypt’s Sustainable & Diversified Growth

October 25, 2018
Mastercard, Centenary Bank and M-KOPA Solar roll-out first of its kind energy solution in Uganda

October 23, 2018
Mastercard’s CEO meets with Uganda’s Prime Minister to discuss the role of technology in driving inclusive growth

October 22, 2018
Mastercard Reinforces Commitment to Drive Digital Transformation Agenda in Zimbabwe

October 2, 2018
Mastercard Drives Global Startup Ecosystem at Connecting Tomorrow Forum

September 26, 2018
Expo 2020 and Mastercard ‘start something priceless’ as part of reimagined cashless visitor experience

September 26, 2018
Big cities, big business: Bangkok and London lead globally, while Lagos leads Sub Saharan Africa in Mastercard’s 2018 Global Destination Cities Index

September 26, 2018
Mastercard and EasyPay take the friction out of bill payments

September 25, 2018
Dubai one of the World’s Most Visited Cities: Mastercard Global Destination Cities Index 2018

September 25, 2018
Mastercard Study Shows 70 Percent of South Africans Worry They Can’t Protect Their Personal and Financial Information

September 20, 2018
Mastercard Signs with League of Legends® as First Global Partner of the World’s Largest Esport

September 20, 2018
MTN Uganda and Mastercard diversify Mobile Money services in Uganda

September 17, 2018
Mastercard Introduces Mastercard Track™ To Make the Business of Doing Business Easier

September 13, 2018
Mastercard and BLOM BANK team up to advance Lebanon’s digital payments ecosystem through rollout of innovative technologies

September 12, 2018
Clothing and pharmaceuticals grow in July 2018, despite slowdown in consumer retail spending

September 11, 2018
Mastercard partner with Vodacom to take Tanzania cashless

September 10, 2018
Mastercard and Nedbank create digital payment ecosystem for businesses

September 10, 2018
‘Tap to feed’ initiative by Mastercard and Pick n Pay delivers over 1.5 million meals to women and children in need

August 30, 2018
EcoCash launch Scan & Pay, powered by Masterpass QR

August 21, 2018
Mastercard continues to make mobile payments in SA safer, simpler and more convenient with Samsung Pay

August 16, 2018
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August 16, 2018
7月万事达卡财新BBD中国新经济指数升至30.6

August 15, 2018
Growth in South African Retail Sales Slows in June 2018 but Remains Positive

August 14, 2018
Mastercard and Zapper collaborate to drive digital payments interoperability

August 12, 2018
Fintech Could be Key to the Kingdom’s Digital Future

August 8, 2018
Mastercard continues to support KSA’s cashless drive with new multi-layered security payment solution for mobile: mada Pay

August 8, 2018
Doha Bank and Mastercard Launch Suite of New Contactless Debit Cards

August 7, 2018
Mastercard’s MoU with Central Bank of Iraq signals bright future for the country’s emerging digital payments ecosystem

August 1, 2018
Digital technology for small merchants to drive Africa to a new era of financial inclusion

July 31, 2018
Mastercard and Entersekt enable all-in-one, scan-to-pay feature in Nedbank app

July 27, 2018
Mastercard invests in South Africa’s young female entrepreneurs

July 24, 2018
Puma Energy Tanzania partners with Mastercard and Selcom to introduce Masterpass QR at Retail Stations

July 19, 2018
Mastercard: Smart cities hold the key to a more connected and inclusive future for Middle East and Africa

July 17, 2018
Diamond Trust Bank Launch Mastercard Premium Card Solutions in Uganda

July 16, 2018
South African consumer spending contributes to healthy rise in retail sales growth

July 12, 2018
The future of retail will be built on clicks, bricks and data-driven insights

July 3, 2018
Mastercard celebrates 25 years of collaboration and innovation with Fransabank

June 28, 2018
Mastercard celebrates small businesses in support of UN World SME Day

June 26, 2018
Shifting Tanzania to a Cashless Economy

June 25, 2018
Mastercard Welcomes Reema Nezar Al Shammasi as the Company’s New Marketing Leader for Saudi

June 14, 2018
Mastercard Unveils Top Cities Where People Go to Play, Not Work Punta Cana, Cusco and Djerba lead Global Destination Cities Index: Play

June 14, 2018
Mastercard Unveils Top Cities Where People Go to Play, Not Work

June 13, 2018
South African consumers lift discretionary spending as inflation continues to abate

June 13, 2018
Mastercard Unveils Top Cities Where People Go to Play, Not Work

June 11, 2018
Salah Goss to lead Mastercard Labs for Financial Inclusion in Kenya

June 11, 2018
Dispelling the Myths: The Reality about Contactless

June 4, 2018
Mastercard Announces Roadmap for Contactless Payments Consistency

May 30, 2018
Tigo Pesa Masterpass QR payments solution goes live in Tanzania

May 27, 2018
Mastercard and Burgan Bank bring Mastercard World Elite card to Kuwait

May 21, 2018
Telenor Microfinance Bank and Mastercard to boost cashless payments in Pakistan

May 15, 2018
Mastercard survey reveals significant cost savings for firms switching from daily cash allowance to corporate cards

May 15, 2018
Mastercard discusses collaboration opportunities with Central Bank of Jordan

May 15, 2018
Mastercard Hosts the Region’s Top Marketers at CMO Forum to Discuss Major Trends Driving a New Era of Consumer Engagement

May 15, 2018
Mastercard hosts the first ‘Start Path Summit’ in Dubai for fintech and tech startups

May 15, 2018
National Bank of Kuwait and Mastercard make GCC debut of pioneering biometric solutions

May 15, 2018
Consumer confidence roars back in March 2018, lifting retail spend in South Africa

May 10, 2018
South Africa Holds a Healthy Share of the US$220 Billion Muslim Travel Market

May 7, 2018
“Tap to pay” with Mastercard in any Pick n Pay and help feed the nation

May 2, 2018
Mastercard and Unilever Break Down Barriers to Growth for Micro Entrepreneurs with First-of-its-Kind Digital Lending Platform

April 17, 2018
South African consumers benefit from lower inflation in February as rand strengthens

April 4, 2018
Mastercard appoints new Sub-Saharan Africa Division President

April 3, 2018
Call for Nigerian fintech startups to apply for Mastercard’s Start Path programme and pitch to Mastercard panel in Lagos in April

March 25, 2018
Mastercard and mada partner to enable online payment transactions in Saudi Arabia

March 21, 2018
Mastercard and ABC Dubai shine a light on female leadership in business

March 21, 2018
Mastercard named ‘Technology Company of the Year’ at Arabian Business KSA Awards 2018

March 20, 2018
Mastercard and Ooredoo to launch Masterpass in Qatar

March 20, 2018
Mastercard enables Masterpass for Batelco and Arab Financial Services’ mobile wallet solution ‘bwallet’

March 18, 2018
Mastercard Announces Roadmap for Contactless Payments Consistency

March 15, 2018
Mastercard and Vconnect aim to empower MSMEs across Nigeria

March 14, 2018
Regional banking leaders explore future trends in payments technology at Mastercard MENA Leadership Forum 2018

March 14, 2018
South African consumer starts 2018 on a stronger footing as inflation trends downwards

March 8, 2018
Women Entrepreneurs Making Headway in South Africa, But Roadblocks Remain – Mastercard Index

March 8, 2018
Africa a world leader in women business owners: Mastercard Index of Women Entrepreneurs

March 7, 2018
Mastercard Partners with Selcom to Expand Financial Inclusion in Tanzania

March 6, 2018
Mastercard Acquires Oltio to Accelerate Digital Payments Adoption in Middle East and Africa

March 1, 2018
Tigo Pesa to offer Masterpass QR in Tanzania

February 28, 2018
Mastercard Uses Facebook Messenger To Help Small Businesses Go Digital

February 27, 2018
Mastercard named ‘Technology Company of the Year’ at Arabian Business KSA Awards 2018

February 26, 2018
Mastercard and M-KOPA Solar Partner to Light Up Homes and Businesses in Africa

February 21, 2018
Mastercard and ABC Dubai shine a light on female leadership in business

February 21, 2018
UAE loves to say it with flowers on Valentine’s Day

February 21, 2018
Shopping online for Valentine’s Day on the rise in Jordan

February 12, 2018
Spike in Kenyan Consumers Online Shopping Behaviour – Mastercard Love Index

February 12, 2018
Live it and Give it: Love is Still in Fashion!

February 9, 2018
South African Retail Spending Grew 3.8 Percent This Festive Season

January 30, 2018
Entries now open for 2018 JA South Africa Youth Enterprise Development Programme

January 24, 2018
Refugee Settlements To Be Transformed Into Digital Communities For Long-Term Economic Growth

January 2, 2018
CrediMax and Mastercard Announce First Launch of Masterpass in Bahrain