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Cash Plus introduces instant bank transfers
via Le Matin1 min read
Cash Plus announced on Monday the launch of instant bank transfers on its Cash Plus Mobile application. This new feature aims to make the application a comprehensive ecosystem of financial services that are simple, accessible, and suited to the daily needs of Moroccans. The service allows users to send and receive funds instantly, 24/7, to and from all banks. Nabil Amar, General Manager of Cash Plus, stated that this launch is a significant step for Cash Plus Mobile and its users, reflecting their commitment to simplifying access to financial services and offering useful, fast, and accessible solutions. With over 4 million Cash Plus Mobile users, a network of 5,400 agencies in Morocco 23% in rural areas, and QR Code payment accepted at over 46,000 partner retailers, Cash Plus continues to develop a model combining proximity, digital innovation, and active user engagement.
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