Pakistani Fintech Kistpay Wins Islamic Development Bank Competition

Pakistani fintech company Kistpay has emerged victorious at the Islamic Development Bank Group’s annual meetings platform pitch competition held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Asif Jafri of Kistpay expressed his excitement about the win, highlighting the honor of competing with hundreds of talented participants from 57 member states. He credits his company’s success to Allah’s blessings and their unwavering commitment to empowering individuals and businesses through innovative financial solutions.

Jafri views this win as a turning point, opening doors for Kistpay to forge stronger partnerships and collaborations within the region. The company is eager to leverage this success to drive further innovation and positive social impact.

Expressing gratitude to all who contributed to Kistpay’s journey, Jafri emphasizes that this is merely the beginning. 

Kistpay’s success at the Islamic Development Bank competition signifies the growing prominence of Pakistani fintech companies on the global stage. 

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