The Mojaloop Foundation, in partnership with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Innovation Hub, has launched the Mojaloop Country Accelerator Program for Pakistan to develop local expertise in digital payment infrastructure. Announced on October 9, the initiative aims to build a skilled community of system implementers, digital financial service providers (DFSPs), and hub operators who can design, deploy, and support payment infrastructure based on Mojaloop technology. The program is intended to help participating organizations develop the technical capabilities required to contribute to Pakistan digital payments ecosystem. Through structured learning, hands-on technical training, and dedicated mentorship, participants will gain practical experience with the technology and processes involved in implementing digital payment systems. The partnership connects the initiative with the SBP Innovation Hub and brings together the Mojaloop Foundation and Pakistan financial sector innovation efforts to support local capacity development. The program is designed for organizations interested in expanding their payment technology expertise and contributing to the development of digital financial services across the country.
According to the Mojaloop Foundation, the accelerator will combine practical technical instruction with direct collaboration across Mojaloop Community workstreams. This approach will give participants opportunities to learn about the technology while engaging with professionals and activities within the wider open-source payment ecosystem. System implementers can develop skills related to deploying and maintaining payment infrastructure, while digital financial service providers can explore how Mojaloop-based systems may support their services. Hub operators can also develop the technical and operational knowledge needed to support infrastructure connecting different financial service providers. By focusing on these groups, the program aims to develop local capabilities across several areas of the payment technology sector. The foundation said the initiative is intended to increase local delivery capacity while opening new commercial opportunities in digital financial infrastructure. Participating firms may be able to apply their training to implementation services, technical support, and other activities associated with deploying and maintaining digital payment systems. The program also provides an opportunity to engage with the broader Mojaloop community and learn from shared technical knowledge and implementation experience.
The accelerator highlights the role of open-source payment technology in developing interoperable financial infrastructure. Payment systems that allow different providers to connect and exchange transactions can help support digital financial services for individuals and businesses. However, implementing and maintaining these systems requires technical expertise, operational knowledge, and organizations capable of providing ongoing support. Through training and mentorship, the Mojaloop Country Accelerator Program aims to help participating firms develop these capabilities locally. The initiative may also create commercial opportunities for technology companies and service providers seeking to expand their work in digital payments. For the Pakistan financial technology sector, developing local implementation expertise could increase the availability of organizations equipped to work on payment infrastructure projects. The program focuses on practical implementation and is intended to help participants move beyond theoretical learning and apply their knowledge to real-world technical requirements. Collaboration with Mojaloop Community workstreams will also give participants exposure to the wider network supporting the open-source payment platform. The initiative is therefore aimed at technical skills development and the growth of a local professional community that can contribute to payment infrastructure projects.
The Mojaloop Foundation has invited firms interested in expanding their payment technology expertise and contributing to digital infrastructure in Pakistan to review the program details and submit applications. The application deadline is October 18, giving interested organizations a limited period to explore the opportunity and determine their eligibility. Further details about the accelerator and the application process are available in the original announcement shared by the Mojaloop Foundation on LinkedIn. Firms considering participation can review the available information to understand the program requirements and how the initiative relates to their technical capabilities and business objectives. Through this partnership, the Mojaloop Foundation and SBP Innovation Hub aim to develop a local community capable of implementing and supporting Mojaloop-based payment infrastructure. The initiative is also intended to create opportunities for businesses working in digital financial services while contributing to the development of Pakistan digital payments ecosystem.
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