Interswitch, a leading African technology company focused on creating solutions that enable individuals and communities to prosper, has announced its sponsorship and participation as an exhibitor at the 21st AKWAABA African Travel Market, held in Lagos from September 14th to 16th, 2025.
Widely regarded as the premier gathering for West Africa’s travel, tourism, and hospitality industries, the AKWAABA African Travel Market attracts thousands of exhibitors, buyers, government representatives, and investors from across Africa and beyond. The 21st edition is expected to set new benchmarks for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and business growth within the sector.
At this year’s edition, Interswitch will unveil Quickteller Travel, a concierge service designed to address the evolving needs of the travel and tourism ecosystem and a suite of cutting-edge mobility solutions. These include tailored services for travel agencies, interstate travel booking platforms for both structured and unstructured operators, and a robust travel and mobility suite, designed to enable seamless, secure, and reliable transactions across the value chain.
Speaking ahead of the event, Nnenna Ajanwachuku, Vice President, Transport Ecosystem, Interswitch, said, “At Interswitch, we see travel not just as movement, but as an experience powered by technology. Our mission is to bridge the payment gaps that have long held back Africa’s travel ecosystem by making payments simpler, bookings smarter, and operations more connected.”
Through its participation, Interswitch reaffirms its commitment to digitising Africa’s travel economy. The company will leverage the event to foster industry-wide conversations through high-level panel sessions, unlock new partnerships, and demonstrate how its innovations are transforming operations, enhancing customer experiences, and driving growth in the travel and tourism sector.
“AKWAABA provides the perfect platform to showcase how our solutions are shaping the future of travel towards faster, more seamless, and more inclusive services for everyone. We are excited to engage with industry leaders, partners, and operators to unlock new possibilities for Africa’s tourism and hospitality sectors,” Ajanwachuku, who would be speaking on the panel session, added.
Over the years, the AKWAABA African Travel Market has evolved into a vital hub for collaboration, bridging markets and fostering cross-border partnerships. With Interswitch’s sponsorship and participation, the 2025 edition is poised to be a landmark event, underscoring the transformative role of technology in advancing Africa’s travel and tourism industry.
