YoYo | WhatsApp-based ePayment solution for SMEs

SDG(s)

Sustainable Development Goal(s)

8Decent work and economic growth

9Industry, innovation and infrastructure

10Reduced inequalities

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YoYo is an e-payment solution designed for small businesses that cannot afford to have installed regular credit/debit card or any other digital payment systems. Users can pay via a WhatsApp link and business will have their funds deposited into a bank account. During the COVID lockdowns, many SMEs closed as they were not ready to continue doong business without contact. YoYo offers a way to reactivoate sales while using a simple and poouylar platform: WhatsApp. Their website is www.yoyo.do