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Network International, a leading fintech company in the Middle East and Africa, has signed a strategic processing agreement with Saudi Sudanese Bank, one of Sudan’s prominent financial institutions.

Under the agreement, Network International will provide Saudi Sudanese Bank with a full suite of end-to-end digital payment processing services, including Mastercard Sponsorship, prepaid issuing and a range of value-added services designed to support the bank’s digital ambitions.

Network points out that Saudi Sudanese Bank has created a strong foundation for cross-border economic activity. Building on this progress, the strategic partnership with Network will introduce advanced fintech solutions to modernise the local financial ecosystem, improve trade settlement efficiency, and create new investment channels.

Network says the deal also strengthens Saudi Sudanese Bank’s mission to transform its digital capabilities, elevate customer experience, and contribute to the continued development of Sudan’s financial ecosystem

Osama Ali Ibrahim, CEO of Saudi Sudanese Bank, explains: “Partnering with Network International, an industry leader with a proven track record across Africa and beyond, is a major step in our journey to modernise Sudan’s banking landscape. Network’s expertise and comprehensive digital payments platform will allow us to introduce faster, safer, and more accessible financial products to our customers. This agreement empowers us to build a more inclusive, digitally enabled banking environment that supports Sudan’s long-term economic development.”

The collaboration was formalised during Cairo ICT 2025 in mid-November, an international technology fair and forum for the Middle East and Africa. Network says the partnership marks an important milestone in its expansion in Sudan.

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