Waza API

Banking & Fintech · Payment Gateways & Processors · Currency & Exchange Rates

Waza is a B2B payment and foreign exchange liquidity platform designed to facilitate seamless international trade between emerging African markets and global trade hubs. Founded by Eniola Denton and Maxwell Obi, Waza solves the chronic FX access deficit for African importers, exporters, and B2B enterprises.

Waza API Highlights

Waza API is verified for developer integrations in Nigeria and across African markets, providing documented endpoints, sandbox testing, and developer support.

Authentication

API Key (Authorization Bearer: waza_live_...)

Rate Limit

High-throughput enterprise level

Sandbox Mode
✓ Available
Webhooks
✓ Supported
Supported Regions
NigeriaNigeriaGhanaGhanaKenyaKenya
Waza API Services
International / Multi-Currency PaymentsVirtual Account NumbersWebhooks & Real-time NotificationsPayouts & Disbursements
Alternative African Company to
PlaidStripe TreasuryTinkMarqeta

Waza API is best for:

Import/export businesses, manufacturing firms, corporate treasuries, and B2B trade platforms needing reliable FX liquidity.

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API Pricing Model
  • Wholesale FX pricing with tight spreads (0.2% 0.6%)
  • Zero account maintenance fees for approved corporate trade partners

Waza API Core Features & Capabilities

Waza API Supported Webhook Events

Webhooks supported (Webhooks & Real-time Notifications). Check official documentation for endpoint setup.

Required Access Documents for Waza API

  • Corporate Onboarding KYCRequired
    CAC documentation, audited business history, and import/export documentation.

Different Waza API use cases

  • Supply Chain & Import Settlement:Enable Nigerian manufacturing and retail importers to pay suppliers in China and Europe within hours with transparent FX rates.
  • B2B Trade Marketplace Payments:Embed global trade payment rails into African B2B procurement portals.

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