International Money Express (Intermex) has partnered with Zeepay, a fintech company focused on Africa, to leverage Intermex's Wire-as-a-Service platform and expand its services across Africa. The partnership aims to serve African communities abroad, starting with those living in the US, and enable money transfers and related services through Zeepay's retail stores and digital channels.
International Money Express (Intermex) has entered into a strategic partnership with Zeepay, a fintech company focused on Africa, to leverage Intermex's Wire-as-a-Service platform and expand its services across Africa. The collaboration aims to serve African communities abroad, starting with those living in the United States, and enable money transfers and related services through Zeepay's retail stores and digital channels [1].
The partnership was announced on August 26, 2025, with Marcelo Theodoro, Chief Product, Marketing, and Digital Officer at Intermex, commenting, "This partnership with Zeepay is another milestone in our mission to expand Intermex’s global footprint and deliver world-class services to Africans living in the United States and Europe. By pairing our Wire-as-a-Service platform with Zeepay’s local expertise, we are unlocking new opportunities for growth while continuing to diversify our business" [1].
Andrew Takyi-Appiah, Director at Zeepay, echoed this vision, stating, "Partnering with Intermex allows us to strengthen our mission of making cross-border payments seamless for Africans everywhere. Together, we will connect families, empower businesses, and advance financial inclusion by offering money transfer services through an omnichannel platform that combines both digital and in-person experiences" [1].
As part of the sponsorship arrangement, Zeepay will lead Intermex’s Africa business in partnership with the brand. This marks another step forward in Intermex’s global diversification strategy and underscores the company’s commitment to providing secure, convenient, and affordable services to underserved communities worldwide [1].
Zeepay is a Ghanaian-owned, award-winning fintech company specializing in Mobile Financial Services. With offices in Ghana, the UK, and through partners across Europe, Zeepay is regulated by the Bank of Ghana and the UK Financial Conduct Authority. Zeepay focuses on remittances and mobile money [1].
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[1] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/08/26/3139201/0/en/Intermex-and-Zeepay-Announce-Strategic-Partnership-to-Expand-Money-Transfer-Services-to-Africa.html
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