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What is Kora and what do they do?

Kora is a financial technology company specializing in payment processing solutions for businesses. It offers a suite of services designed to facilitate online payments, including payment gateway integration, merchant accounts, and transaction processing. Kora aims to streamline the payment experience for merchants and end customers alike, providing tools for managing transactions efficiently.

Kora’s core payment services include:

  • Secure Payment Processing: Kora provides comprehensive payment processing solutions that support various payment methods, including credit and debit cards, and digital wallets.
  • Merchant Accounts: The platform offers tailored merchant accounts that help businesses manage their payment transactions effectively while ensuring that they remain compliant with industry standards.
  • Integration with E-commerce Platforms: Kora supports easy integration with popular e-commerce platforms, allowing businesses to incorporate payment solutions seamlessly into their online storefronts.
  • Real-time Analytics and Reporting: Businesses can access reporting tools that provide insights into transaction trends and customer behaviors, enabling informed decision-making.

Who is it for?

Kora primarily serves small to medium-sized businesses across various sectors that require robust payment processing capabilities. While specific industry use cases are not extensively detailed in available resources, companies in e-commerce, retail, and service-based sectors are among those that may benefit from Kora’s solutions. The platform is designed for organizations that need reliable and efficient payment processing to enhance their customer experience.

Why do businesses choose Kora?

Businesses opt for Kora due to several confirmed strengths and benefits:

  • User-friendly Interface: Kora’s dashboard is designed to be intuitive, simplifying the payment management process for users without extensive technical knowledge.
  • Competitive Transaction Fees: The platform is noted for having competitive transaction fees, making it an attractive choice for merchants looking to minimize payment processing costs.
  • Flexible Payment Solutions: Kora offers a multitude of payment options, accommodating diverse customer preferences and enhancing conversion rates during checkout.
  • Scalability: Kora’s services are scalable, allowing businesses to adjust their payment processing capabilities as they grow.
  • Real-time Support: The company offers responsive customer support, which is crucial for resolving issues quickly and maintaining business operations without interruptions.

Businesses using Corefy can simply obtain a MID from Kora and connect it to Corefy’s dashboard in a few clicks, without dealing with any integration work.

Is Kora trustworthy?

Kora is committed to maintaining high security and compliance standards within the payment processing industry. The company adheres to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), ensuring that all transactions and sensitive customer data are handled securely. Additionally, Kora has implemented various encryption technologies to protect against data breaches and fraud.

As of the latest available information, Kora is licensed for payment processing, enhancing its credibility in the fintech space. The licensing ensures that Kora follows regional and international laws governing payment processing, reinforcing its commitment to compliance and security.

How to start using Corefy’s Kora integration

Connect Kora via Corefy and manage it alongside other payment providers. Apply routing rules, monitor performance, and centralise reporting without building or maintaining a separate integration.

  • Step 1

    Onboard to Corefy

    Get started with our payment orchestration platform.
  • Step 2

    Connect merchant account

    Add Kora account details and credentials in Corefy’s dashboard to establish a secure connection.
  • Step 3

    Set up routing rules

    Define routing rules and logic to optimise transactions processed through Kora and other PSPs.
  • Step 4

    Go live and monitor performance

    Run test transactions, go live, and track your payment performance.

Methods

Supported payment and payout methods available via this connector.

Payments

10
Bank Transfer
Bank Transfer
Airtel Money
Airtel Money
Equitel
Equitel
Safaricom
Safaricom
MTN
MTN
Orange Money
Orange Money
Payment card
Payment card
Mobile
Palmpay
Opay

Payouts

45
Access Bank Nigeria
Access Bank Plc (Diamond), Nigeria
Citi Bank, Nigeria
Ecobank, Nigeria
Fidelity Bank, Nigeria
First Bank of Nigeria
Polaris Bank, Nigeria
Stanbic IBTC Bank, Nigeria
Coronation Merchant Bank
Etranzact
First City Monument Bank
FSDH Merchant Bank
Guaranty Trust Bank
Heritage Bank
Jaiz Bank
Keystone Bank
NPF Microfinance Bank Plc
NPF Microfinance Bank Plc
Safetrust Mortgage Bank
Standard Chartered Bank
Standard Chartered Bank
Sterling Bank
Sterling Bank
Union Bank of Nigeria
United Bank of Africa
Unity Bank
Wema Bank
Zenith Bank
Bank Transfer
Bank Transfer
Airtel Money
Airtel Money
Equitel
Equitel
Safaricom
Safaricom
MTN
MTN
Vodafone Ghana
Vodafone Ghana
T-Kash
Telkom
Orange Money
Orange Money
Absa Bank
African Bank, South Africa
Bidvest Bank, South Africa
First National Bank
Investec
Nedbank
Standard Bank
Tyme Bank, South Africa
Payment card
Payment card
Mobile
Palmpay

Currencies

Currencies available for processing through this connector.

NGNGHSKESXAFXOFZAR

Flows

Supported transaction flows available via this connector.

Payout
A flow used to send funds from the merchant to customers or partners, typically for withdrawals, refunds, or mass payouts.
H2H
A server-to-server integration where the merchant’s backend communicates directly with the provider’s API, enabling full control over payment logic and flows.
HPP
The customer is redirected to an externally hosted payment page to complete the payment.

Features

Functional capabilities supported across available flows.

Sale
Payout
Webhook
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