ECOWAS appoints Jess Anuna, CEO of Klasha, as Youth Ambassador

Klasha, a leading global cross-border payments company, is proud to announce the appointment of its CEO/Founder, Jess Anuna, as a Youth Ambassador by The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Youth Council. 

This appointment is a testament to Anuna's influential leadership and steadfast commitment to empowering the youth, nurturing diplomatic relations, and propelling innovative solutions across Africa. As an authority in financial technology, Jess Anuna brings a wealth of experience and vision to her new role as a Youth Ambassador. Her leadership at Klasha underscores her dedication to driving transformative change.

Jess Anuna’s ambassadorial role is pivotal for fostering diplomatic ties and advocating for youth interests within the ECOWAS region. With her deep expertise in cross-border payments and technology, she’s poised to enhance collaborative efforts, bolster economic development, and create opportunities for young talents across the area. This appointment aligns with Klasha's commitment to leveraging innovative solutions for financial inclusion and seamless cross-border transactions to and from Africa. 

"I'm honoured to be appointed as a Youth Ambassador as it highlights my commitment and Klasha's mission to drive positive and innovative change within Africa," said Jess Anuna, CEO of Klasha. "I am excited about the opportunity to collaborate with the ECOWAS Youth Council, leveraging our expertise to foster innovation, promote economic opportunities, and amplify the voices of the youth."

Jess Anuna’s appointment as a Youth Ambassador by the ECOWAS Youth Council marks a significant step in strengthening connections between Klasha, the fintech industry, and organizations like ECOWAS. This partnership paves the way for impactful initiatives merging technology and diplomacy aimed at a brighter future for all.

About Klasha

Klasha is a global technology company that builds a platform and APIs to move money to and from emerging markets frictionlessly. With Klasha, businesses can collect and send money and hold over 10 currencies. Enterprise businesses use our rails and infrastructure to power their cross-border payments. Klasha collects payments in exotic currencies and pays out to over 120 countries, saving merchants time and money. Klasha is backed by American Express, Greycroft, Seedcamp, and Global Ventures. 

For more information about Klasha and its payment services, visit their website at klasha.com.

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