The CEO of Flutterwave, Olugbenga Agboola, has expressed strong optimism about the potential of stablecoins to revolutionize payments across Africa. Speaking recently on the future of digital finance, Agboola said the adoption of stablecoins could “increase transaction volumes by tenfold,” underlining the technology’s capacity to simplify cross-border settlements and reduce costs.
Stablecoins, which are digital assets backed by traditional currencies like the U.S. dollar, are increasingly being viewed as a bridge between traditional finance and the crypto ecosystem.
Agboola noted that Flutterwave, which already operates in more than 30 African countries, has seen firsthand the friction in moving money between regions. He emphasized that stablecoins can help solve one of Africa’s biggest financial bottlenecks: cross-border payment inefficiency. With stablecoins, transactions that once took days could be completed in seconds, all while keeping fees to a minimum.
He added that as more African fintech firms explore blockchain technology, stablecoins could serve as the entry point for broader adoption. By pegging digital currencies to stable assets, businesses and consumers can enjoy the benefits of crypto without facing the price swings common in digital markets.
Analysts agree that stablecoin-powered systems could help reduce dependence on the U.S. dollar for local trade and support the creation of digital-first economies. However, Agboola also cautioned that regulation will play a key role in determining how fast and effectively stablecoins can be integrated into the continent’s financial framework.
Flutterwave’s focus is on building the infrastructure that will support innovation while ensuring compliance and security. As Africa continues its rapid digital transformation, stablecoins could soon become the foundation for a faster, cheaper, and more connected financial future.
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