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Paymetrust achieves PCI DSS SAQ D certification for digital payment security
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Paymetrust, a fintech specializing in digital payment services, has obtained PCI DSS SAQ D certification, an international standard for payment data security. The announcement was made in an information note released on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. This certification, issued after an independent audit by CCDOC SA, confirms Paymetrust's ability to protect sensitive cardholder data and operate infrastructure compliant with international best practices. This recognition aims to strengthen the confidence of partners, merchants, and users in Paymetrust's payment solutions, which are reliable, traceable, and compliant with international standards. The certification aligns with Paymetrust's vision to build an innovative, secure, and accessible payment ecosystem to support the digital transformation of businesses and administrations in Africa. This achievement marks a key step in Paymetrust's ambition to become a pan-African reference for payment solutions, prioritizing security, compliance, and operational excellence.
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