4G Capital has clinched the title of ‘Best Fintech’ at the African Banker Awards 2025, cementing its place among the continent’s most innovative financial institutions.

The award was presented on May 28 in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, during a ceremony that brought together top banking and finance leaders from across Africa, coinciding with the African Development Bank’s Annual Meetings.

Recognised for its groundbreaking work in driving financial inclusion and economic empowerment, 4G Capital stood out for its targeted support to micro and small enterprises (MSEs), a segment that forms the backbone of Africa’s informal economy.

Through its proprietary machine learning technology and expansive agent network, the company has disbursed over 1.5 million working capital loans to more than 600,000 businesses, directly supporting over 2 million livelihoods.

“We are incredibly honoured and humbled to receive the ‘Best Fintech’ award at the African Banker Awards,” said Wayne Hennessy-Barrett, Chairman and Founder of 4G Capital.

“This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, and it validates our mission to unlock the potential of Africa’s informal economy through innovative, accessible, and responsible financial solutions.

We remain committed to driving financial inclusion and empowering entrepreneurs across the continent.”

The African Banker Awards annually spotlight the continent’s most impactful financial leaders and institutions.

The ‘Best Fintech’ category specifically celebrates companies using technology to transform access to financial services and enable economic growth across Africa.

4G Capital’s ethical, data-driven approach to lending, coupled with tailored business training, has positioned it as a pioneer in Africa’s fintech space, providing entrepreneurs with the tools and capital they need to scale sustainably.

Founded with a vision to serve Africa’s underserved, 4G Capital blends mobile money, real-time machine learning insights, and human interaction through a dedicated field team to reach clients often excluded from traditional banking.

Its model emphasizes not only lending but also education, ensuring that clients are equipped to grow responsibly.

This latest accolade underscores 4G Capital’s role as a leader in Africa’s fast-evolving fintech sector and reflects its continued commitment to building a more inclusive financial future.

As the continent’s informal economy continues to expand, 4G Capital’s work remains vital to unlocking the entrepreneurial potential that fuels grassroots development across Africa.