Flutterwave Secures Investment from Circle Ventures, Expands USDC Payments, Settlement Across Africa

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company has announced a strategic investment from Circle Ventures, the corporate venture arm of Circle Internet Group, Inc. (Circle).

This followed Flutterwave’s participation in the launch of Circle Payments Network in 2025.

This investment supports Flutterwave’s effort to embed USDC settlement directly into the payment flows businesses already use today. Merchants can collect locally and settle in USDC, reducing delays and costs while enabling near-instant settlement beyond traditional banking hours.

At the core of this investment is Flutterwave’s strategy to position stablecoins as critical financial infrastructure to provide reliable and fast settlements in Africa. By supporting USDC settlement within a compliance-first framework, Flutterwave enables blockchain-based payments that align with existing regulatory requirements and enterprise operating stand