Meet Idorenyin Obong, the 24-Year-Old Behind Grey, the Fintech Changing How Africans Pay Bills
Azolibe oscar
October 04, 2025
Idorenyin Obong, a young pioneer in fintech, co-founded Grey, formerly Aboki Africa, to solve problems for freelancers and remote workers. Idorenyin saw first-hand the struggles of converting U.S. dollar payments and delays in cross-border payments. He co-founded Grey to simplify them.
Despite being just 24 when starting, he has built a platform that processes payments, issues virtual cards, and addresses foreign exchange friction for thousands of users. Grey sets out to make financial transactions smoother for people who work remotely or earn income from abroad.
Idorenyin’s story teaches us several lessons. One, you do not need decades of experience to build something meaningful. Two, solving a personal pain often leads to solutions others want too. Three, focusing on user trust and ease of use can win over flashy features.
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About Azolibe oscar
Oscar Azolibe is a tech enthusiast and writer passionate about startups, software development, and the future of innovation in Africa. With experience in product design and engineering, he brings unique insights into how emerging technologies are shaping new business opportunities.
