Ecobank Group has announced a landmark partnership with Google Cloud to accelerate financial inclusion, innovation, and digital transformation across Africa.
Under the agreement, Ecobank will leverage Google Cloud’s advanced AI, analytics, and scalable infrastructure to strengthen its digital banking services, empower SMEs, and enhance economic development. The collaboration aims to deliver secure, frictionless payment and remittance solutions accessible to individuals and businesses across the continent.
Jeremy Awori, Group CEO, Ecobank, said: “Our collaboration with Google Cloud is a leap forward in Ecobank’s digital transformation journey. We look forward to leveraging Google Cloud’s world-class technology to unlock new possibilities for individuals and businesses to grow and scale across Africa. This signifies our shared intent to build a more connected and financially inclusive future for the continent.”
The partnership will simplify domestic and cross-border money transfers using Google Cloud’s scalable APIs, making transactions faster and more affordable. It will empower SMEs with AI-driven insights to improve access to finance and help businesses scale in over 33 African countries. Ecobank will also enhance its digital banking platforms with intuitive, secure, and user-friendly services built on Google Cloud’s global infrastructure, and personalise financial solutions using AI and data analytics to tailor credit, savings, and insurance products while ensuring data privacy. Google Cloud’s Professional Services team will provide strategic expert support to implement these technologies effectively.
Thomas Kurian, CEO, Google Cloud, said: “Google Cloud and Ecobank share a vision to deliver financial empowerment to more people and businesses in Africa. We look forward to supporting Ecobank with our AI, data analytics, and scalable infrastructure to fuel the continent’s economic development and digital future.”
This partnership reflects Ecobank and Google Cloud’s commitment to harnessing technology to drive a digitally empowered and economically vibrant Africa.
