du Pay Partners with talabat to Advance Financial Inclusion for Delivery Riders

du Pay,  the advanced digital financial services arm of du, announced a strategic partnership with talabat,  the leading on-demand delivery platform in the MENA region, marking the first collaboration of its kind between a digital wallet provider and a delivery aggregator in the region.

Under this initiative, du Pay will work closely with talabat, and their fleet partners to ensure riders enjoy a seamless way of receiving, spending, and sending money anywhere in the UAE or back to their home country at competitive rates. Riders will benefit from du Pay’s comprehensive suite of digital financial services and bespoke incentives designed specifically for the blue-collar workforce across the UAE.

The collaboration represents a significant step forward in advancing the UAE’s transition toward a cashless economy while addressing the unique financial service needs of delivery riders and the wider blue-collar workforce. du Pay empowers residents with simple, fast, and secure digital payments, supporting the Dubai Department of Finance’s vision to make 90% of all transactions in Dubai cashless by 2026.

du Pay’s vision is to make finance effortless, inclusive, and accessible for everyone in the UAE. With this partnership, du Pay and talabat can bridge the gap between convenience and inclusion—for riders working with talabat. The partnership is in line with talabat’s commitment to rider welfare, financial well-being and operational excellence. talabat will work closely with du Pay to ensure maximum benefit to their fleet partners, contributing to improved financial wellbeing and job satisfaction among their fleet. The partnership also aligns with du Pay’s commitment to driving digital transformation across various industry sectors through scalable solutions for major employers and enterprises while supporting the UAE’s vision of becoming a global leader in digital innovation.