Research Article
Examining the Role of Financial Technology (FinTech) in Financial Inclusion in Ghana: An Evaluation of the Strategies, Impacts, and Challenges in Practice
Ibrahim Zubairu*
,
Benjamin Amoako Amanquah,
Francis Kwarteng,
Nathan Bortey
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 1, February 2025
Pages:
1-19
Received:
23 November 2024
Accepted:
19 December 2024
Published:
5 February 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijefm.20251301.11
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Abstract: This study aims to investigate the role of financial technology, or FinTech, in financial inclusion in Ghana through a comparative analysis of strategies, impacts, and difficulties. Financial inclusion is critical for economic development and aims to provide everyone with access to meaningful and cheap financial services. Despite the progress made, Ghana still confronts substantial challenges to financial inclusion, such as regulatory gaps, infrastructure deficiencies, and disparities in socioeconomic status. The study explores several initiatives used in Ghana to increase financial inclusion through Fintech, assesses their success, and highlights the main challenges encountered. Data were collected from a wide demographic using both qualitative and quantitative approaches in order to determine the amount of Fintech adoption and its impact on financial accessibility. The findings show that, while Fintech considerably improves access to financial services and contributes to economic empowerment, difficulties such as insufficient financial literacy, limited digital infrastructure, and regulatory impediments remain. A comparative review of different countries suggests that specific policies and educational programs are critical for solving these challenges. The study concludes with recommendations for governments, financial institutions, and Fintech companies on how to use technology to promote financial inclusion. These include increasing digital literacy, establishing strong regulatory frameworks, and strengthening infrastructure. The insights are intended to assist stakeholders in effectively leveraging Fintech to achieve inclusive growth and contribute to global sustainable development goals.
Abstract: This study aims to investigate the role of financial technology, or FinTech, in financial inclusion in Ghana through a comparative analysis of strategies, impacts, and difficulties. Financial inclusion is critical for economic development and aims to provide everyone with access to meaningful and cheap financial services. Despite the progress made,...
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