ChitChat Expands Social Commerce Services Globally
ChitChat, the popular social commerce app, has announced its expansion into advanced economies outside of Africa. The app, which was initially launched in Africa, has now reached countries such as China, the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, India, Canada, and Malaysia. This expansion allows users in these countries to access ChitChat’s services, including new features like multi-currency exchanges, a ChitChat wallet, and a virtual USD debit card. With these enhancements, users can now send money directly to bank accounts, mobile wallets, and cash agents in their local currencies, making cross-border transactions seamless and convenient.
In addition to its global expansion, ChitChat continues to operate within Africa, serving users in six countries including Rwanda, South Africa, Ghana, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, and Zambia. The app’s presence in these African countries highlights its commitment to providing a user-friendly platform for Africans to send money both domestically and internationally.
ChitChat’s recent focus on remittances underscores its dedication to simplifying cross-border transactions for its users. By introducing features like virtual cards for cross-border payments, the app aims to enhance the user experience and make sending money easier and more secure.
Since its launch in Zambia in March 2024, ChitChat has become known for its instant USD payments within chat, creating a community for both payments and interactions. In September 2024, the app partnered with Mastercard to introduce virtual cards for cross-border payments, further solidifying its position as a leading social commerce platform for remittances and USD transactions.
Overall, ChitChat’s expansion into global markets and its focus on remittances demonstrate its commitment to providing a seamless and accessible platform for users to send money easily and securely. With these new features and partnerships, ChitChat is poised to continue its growth and provide valuable services to users around the world.
(Source: Techpoint Africa)
