Your Global Money Partner
Raenest was founded in 2022 with a dream to connect Africa(ns) to the world by opening the continent up to participation in global finance. We have consistently leveraged our understanding of the local context to help brands and businesses fulfill their obligations to talents, businesses, and entrepreneurs in Africa.
While I was in Lagos consulting for companies in the US and UK, most times, getting paid for my job was not easy. Before I got the remote job, I missed out on several jobs because the companies did not have a legal entity in Nigeria and did not know how to process payments.
Later, while I was leading the engineering team at Acumen Fund, we couldn’t hire a Ugandan engineer because we did not have a legal entity there.
And today, what began as a bridge is evolving into a gateway—
A two-way exchange of value across borders, simplifying the payment that make it possible.
What we believe
We strongly believe that no African, whether a business or an individual, should face barriers to accessing and managing their finances globally—regardless of geography, regulatory hurdles, or high fees.
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Meet our Founders
Victor Alade
Richard Oyome
Sodruldeen Mustapha
This is who we are
We're not just building a financial institution; we're crafting a new era of banking for Africans. Our foundation rests upon the pillars of the RAENEST CRAFT, a set of core values that guide our every action and decision. These principles define who we are, how we work, and what we stand for.
We foster a culture of open communication and idea-sharing, both within our teams and with our external partners, believing that diverse perspectives and collective expertise lead to the most effective solutions.
This collaborative spirit extends to our customers, as we actively engage with them to understand their needs and co-create solutions that empower them to achieve their financial goals.
Reliability is the cornerstone of our service, both for our customers and for each other. We champion a culture of accountability, delivering on internal commitments with the same dedication we show to our customers, fostering a dependable environment where everyone can thrive. This translates to a consistently stable platform and an unwavering commitment to providing a secure and dependable banking experience, empowering our customers to confidently achieve their financial goals.
We empower every team member to take initiative, embrace responsibility, and champion their work with pride. This means we thrive on proactive problem-solvers who anticipate needs, take initiative, and drive results. This 'ownership mentality' empowers us all to shape our work, contribute to our shared success, and own our impact on the future of banking for Africans.
Equity, fairness, and mutual respect are at the heart of everything we do. Internally, this means fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued and respected, and their voice is heard. Externally, it translates to developing financial products and services that are accessible and unbiased, offering equal opportunities to all our customers regardless of their background or financial history.
Equity, fairness, and mutual respect are at the heart of everything we do. Internally, this means fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued and respected, and their voice is heard. Externally, it translates to developing financial products and services that are accessible and unbiased, offering equal opportunities to all our customers regardless of their background or financial history.
The beautiful faces of Raenest
Come, let’s build together
Join us to empower Africans to achieve their financial goals by providing seamless, affordable, and transparent financial solutions that break down barriers and unlock opportunities.
