Mama Money launches WhatsApp bank card
Finextra
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
South African fintech Mama Money Financial Services has launched a new bank card that enables cardholders to manage their account and money through WhatsApp.
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South African fintech Mama Money Financial Services has launched a new bank card that enables cardholders to manage their account and money through WhatsApp.
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