Ghanaian fintech, Kowri, known as "the way to pay," has further demonstrated why it leads the market in digital financial innovation. The 2-year-old fintech recently announced the launch of its groundbreaking voice command feature, setting a new standard for digital financial accessibility and convenience in the Ghanaian market and beyond.
The new voice-activated technology allows Kowri users to execute financial transactions, check balances, and manage their accounts through voice commands – a first for payment platforms in Ghana, and around the Sub-Saharan region.
This innovative feature, which not only works with English, but most Ghanaian languages including Twi and Hausa, addresses critical needs for users with limited digital literacy, visual impairments, or those seeking faster, more intuitive banking experiences.
"We're not just adding a feature; we're transforming how Ghanaians interact with their financial services. Technology should adapt to people, not the other way around."
Kowri's mantra is centered on making life more convenient and accessible for the average African. Claud Hutchful, CEO and one of the founders of Kowri, emphasizes that fintech is ultimately about using technology to remove barriers. "There was no better way to demonstrate our commitment to making life easier for our customers than by using technology that both reduces accessibility barriers and makes sense for the ever-evolving digital customer."
The company recently introduced a Scan to Pay feature that replaces the inconvenience of typing in phone numbers with a seamless and instant scan action. "In this era of rapidly changing technology, it's important to demonstrate how technology can drive customer experience when it's at the forefront of product development," said Claud.
Kowri's Voice Command Technology opens up a smarter, faster, and more intuitive way to manage your finances. With just your voice, you can now perform essential tasks on the Kowri app, making everyday transactions even more seamless in a secure environment.
With transactions possible in English and local languages, managing your finances is accessible regardless of whether a user is fluent in English or more comfortable in a local dialect. Kowri's voice technology understands you. The technology is compatible with most smartphones, and there's no need for special hardware.
Currently, the voice feature supports a range of high-frequency transactions including sending money, paying bills, and airtime purchases, with many more features on the way. Available immediately for all Kowri users, the voice command feature represents a significant leap in digital financial innovation for Africa's growing fintech ecosystem.
In the coming weeks, the company will also extend this feature to merchants, enabling their customers to pay them directly using voice commands. Users can access this technology immediately by downloading Kowri or updating their existing app.
About Kowri
Kowri is an innovative fintech company providing end-to-end financial solutions for individuals and businesses across Africa. Focusing on financial inclusion, Kowri offers mobile payments, microloans, insurance, and investment products to underserved populations, facilitating easy access to financial tools that promote economic growth. Kowri currently operates in Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and Namibia, with plans to expand into additional African markets. Visit www.kowri.app for more information.
Source: Techcabal.com