Presentation from ‘The financial revolution in Africa: Mobile payments services in a new global age’ conference
Claire Alexandre, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation - presentation to '' conference.
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Summary Report: The financial revolution in Africa-Mobile payments services in a new global age
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