Visa and BCC Sign MoU for Financial Inclusion in Congo

Visa and the Banque Centrale du Congo (BCC) announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding on April 16, 2026, focused on financial inclusion and payment modernization in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The MoU outlines a framework for collaboration on expanding digital payment access across the country. Visa brings its global payments technology, network infrastructure, and expertise in payment system modernization.

BCC, as the central bank, provides regulatory authority and oversight of the national payment system. The agreement targets improvements in payment infrastructure that could benefit both consumers and businesses in Congo. Specific financial commitments and implementation timelines were not disclosed.

The partnership reflects a broader trend of global payment networks collaborating with central banks in emerging markets to build digital financial ecosystems from the ground up.