This archive report was first published on 29 June 2021.
Published on June 29, 2021, WorldRemit's EMEA Receive Markets Director Sharon Kinyanjui discusses the impact of the pandemic on remittances and how her company has driven growth in this sector.
Remittances have continued to provide a stable source of foreign exchange for Kenya and other African economies, with Kenyans living abroad sending $3.09 billion back home in 2020, a 10.7 per cent increase from $2.79 billion the previous year.
As the Director of Receive Markets at WorldRemit, Sharon highlights the company's digital-first approach, which has enabled it to process over 50 million customer payments worth approximately $10 billion in 2020, with a presence in more than 130 countries.
Sharon also shares her career journey, opportunities for women in fintech, and books that inspire her, offering valuable tips on transitioning through various fields in one's career, networking, and building transferable skills.
Listen to the full podcast episode to learn more about Sharon's insights on remittances during the pandemic and her career journey in fintech.
