Introduction
Everything you need to know about SamaPay's unified payment infrastructure.
SamaPay is the most powerful payment bridge for West Africa. By providing a single point of entry into the mobile money ecosystems of The Gambia and Senegal, we empower businesses to collect payments without the headache of multiple regional integrations.
Why SamaPay?
In emerging markets, mobile money is the primary currency. However, fragmentation between providers like Wave, QMoney, and regional banks creates a significant friction point for developers.
The Unified Solution
We provide a developer-friendly API that abstracts away the complexity of:
- Multiple SDKs: Integrate once, accept all.
- Webhook Reliability: Our "Bridge" ensures you never miss a transaction even if your server has downtime.
- Cross-Border Settlement: Receive funds in your preferred bank account regardless of where the customer is.
Key Terminology
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Merchant | You! The business collecting payments. |
| The Bridge | Our webhook infrastructure for real-time delivery. |
| Magic Numbers | Test phone numbers used for simulating checkout scenarios. |
| Settlement | The process of moving collected funds to your bank account. |
Ready to build? Move on to the Quickstart Guide to get your first payment up and running.