Wakanow Group, a leading African travel tech and fintech conglomerate headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, marked a pivotal moment with its “Wakanow Unpacked” events held simultaneously across four key locations: Lagos, London, Douala (Cameroon), and Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire) on June 20th, 2024. This coordinated unveiling signifies a global commitment to innovation and a focus on enhancing travel experiences for Africans, both at home and abroad.
Bayo Adedeji, Group CEO (GCEO) of Wakanow Group, addressed the Lagos audience, emphasizing the company’s unwavering mission: “At Wakanow Group, our mission is to empower individuals and businesses with innovative solutions that simplify their travel experiences and financial transactions. The launch of these new products marks a significant milestone in our journey towards achieving this mission.”
Lagos Sets the Stage for Innovation
The Lagos event served as the central hub for the Wakanow Unpacked initiative. Here, Wakanow unveiled a suite of groundbreaking products designed to revolutionize the travel and fintech industries. These include:
- A redesigned Wakanow.com website: Featuring an intuitive interface and streamlined booking process, the new website empowers users to plan their trips with greater ease.
- Roomde.com: This online booking platform simplifies accommodation searches, offering a comprehensive selection of hotels, short-let apartments, and more.
- Kalabash54.com’s suite of fintech products: The Kalabash App, Kalabash Wallet, and Kalabash Naira and USD Card offer users unparalleled convenience, security, and multi-currency support for managing their finances.
Wakanow UK Takes Center Stage in London
Meanwhile, in London, Ms. Adebola Sogeyinbo-Koya, the UK Country Manager, led the “Wakanow UK Unpacked” event. Here, the focus was on unveiling solutions specifically tailored to the needs of African travellers residing in the UK. Key highlights included:
- The launch of Wakanow UK: This dedicated platform offers a user-friendly website with a focus on flights, hotels, and ride options relevant to the African diaspora in the UK.
- Enhanced features on Wakanow.com: A calendar price display and updatedcheckout/payment experience streamline the booking process for UK customers.
- The Kalabash app: This innovative app goes beyond travel, offering features for simplified financial management and a “pay small small” (PSS) option for flexible travel payments
Innovation Takes Root in Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire
The Wakanow Unpacked events in Douala and Abidjan mirrored the core themes of innovation and customer focus. Local teams presented the new Wakanow.com website and Roomde.com platform, emphasizing their ability to enhance travel experiences for residents in Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire. Additionally, discussions centered on the planned expansion of Wakanow’s fintech offerings in these markets.
A Global Vision for Travel and Finance
The simultaneous launch events across Africa and the UK solidify Wakanow Group’s position as a leader in driving positive change within the travel and fintech sectors. By offering innovative solutions tailored to the specific needs of its diverse customer base, Wakanow empowers individuals to navigate the world with greater ease and security.
With Adebola Sogeyinbo-Koya reiterating Wakanow’s commitment in London, “We are excited to embark on this journey of innovation and growth, reaffirming our commitment to delivering best-in-class solutions that empower our customers and drive positive change in the world,” the future of travel and finance for Africans across the globe appears bright under the Wakanow banner.
For more information on Wakanow and Kalabash54’s new products and services, visit www.wakanow.com and www.kalabash54.com
