New Industry Alliance ASAPP Aims to Advance Payments in South Africa
ASAPP launches with industry leaders to enhance South Africa’s digital payments, focusing on economic digitisation, financial inclusion, and broader societal benefits.

ASAPP has officially launched, bringing together a coalition of industry leaders committed to advancing South Africa’s digital payments ecosystem.
The founding members—Altron, Hello Group, Ikhokha, Lesaka Technologies, Network International, Peach Payments, Shop2Shop, and Yoco—bring extensive expertise and a shared vision for innovation.
The initiative aims to accelerate the digitisation of financial transactions, fostering a more inclusive and efficient economy. Beyond commercial growth, ASAPP prioritises broader societal benefits, ensuring that digital payments contribute to economic empowerment and accessibility for all South Africans.