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Why Digital Payments Are the Future

In Haiti, where cash has traditionally been the dominant form of payment, a digital transformation is underway. Merchants are increasingly adopting cashless payment solutions to improve business efficiency, reduce security risks, and expand their customer base. One company leading this revolution is Kura, a digital payments platform that is making transactions faster, safer, and more accessible for both businesses and consumers.

One of the most notable partnerships in this shift toward digital payments is with AVANI, a leading grocery chain in Haiti. Through its collaboration with Kura, AVANI and other local merchants are streamlining operations, reducing dependency on cash, and providing a more secure and convenient payment experience for customers.

The Digital Payment Shift in Haiti

For years, Haiti’s economy has been heavily reliant on cash transactions, which come with high risks such as theft, fraud, and inefficiencies in business operations. However, the growing adoption of mobile payments and digital wallets is creating new opportunities for merchants to modernize their businesses.

Why Merchants Are Choosing Kura

Haitian merchants are working with Kura to bridge the gap between cash-based transactions and a modern digital economy. The platform provides fast, secure, and low-cost digital payments, allowing businesses to accept payments seamlessly while ensuring customers have an easy way to transact.

Faster Transactions – No waiting for cash counting or change; payments are instant.
Improved Security – Reduces the risk of theft and fraud by eliminating cash handling.
Lower Costs – Avoids high fees associated with traditional banking and remittance services.
Increased Sales – Attracts more customers, including those who prefer cashless payments.

AVANI: Leading the Way in Digital Payments

One of the biggest adopters of Kura’s payment system in Haiti is AVANI, a major grocery chain known for its commitment to quality and innovation. By integrating Kura into its payment system, AVANI is offering customers a safe, cashless shopping experience that aligns with the global trend of digital finance.

• Customers can now pay digitally at AVANI locations, reducing the need for physical cash.
• Mobile payments make grocery shopping more convenient for locals.
• Kura’s system ensures seamless integration, allowing for quick and easy transactions.

This partnership is a game-changer for the Haitian retail sector, proving that digital payments can work effectively even in cash-dependent markets.

“Our partnership with AVANI represents a major step forward in Haiti’s transition to a digital economy. By enabling cashless transactions in one of the country’s leading grocery chains, we are not just improving convenience—we are creating financial inclusion for thousands of people who have traditionally relied on cash. At Kura, we believe that access to secure, seamless digital payments should be a right, not a privilege. This collaboration is a testament to the power of technology in driving economic growth and empowering businesses and communities across Haiti.”

— Clifford Nau, COO of Kura

The Bigger Picture: Kura’s Impact on Haitian Businesses

Beyond AVANI, many other Haitian merchants—from small shops to large retailers—are adopting Kura’s digital payment solution. By moving toward a cashless system, businesses can:

• Expand their customer base by catering to digital-savvy shoppers.
• Improve business operations by reducing cash management costs.
• Create a more transparent economy, reducing fraud and corruption risks.

With Haiti’s economy heavily dependent on remittances, Kura also allows recipients to spend funds directly at participating merchants instead of withdrawing cash, further driving financial inclusion.

The Future of Digital Payments in Haiti

Haiti is on the verge of a financial revolution, and Kura is at the center of this transformation. By partnering with key merchants like AVANI, Kura is proving that secure, cashless transactions are not just a possibility but a necessity for economic growth.

As more businesses and consumers embrace digital payments, Haiti is moving toward a more inclusive and secure financial future—one where commerce is faster, safer, and more efficient.

Are you a merchant looking to modernize your payment system? Join Kura today and be part of Haiti’s digital revolution.

Become a merchant: https://www.kuratek.com/merchants.