Remittances are among the most resilient and systemically important financial flows into Africa, reaching an estimated USD 95–100 billion in 2023–2024. In several markets, remittances now match or exceed foreign direct investment and significantly surpass official development assistance.
At the same time, global and regional payment systems are undergoing rapid transformation. Mobile money interoperability, instant payment systems, regional settlement platforms, API-driven infrastructure, and emerging digital currency mechanisms, such as stablecoins, are reshaping how value moves across borders.
This roundtable explores the opportunities and tensions around remittances.
