6 Years of Zabira: From Bold Beginnings to The People’s Wallet
Today, we celebrate 6 years of Zabira, a milestone that represents not just time, but a story of vision, resilience, and transformation.
What started as a simple idea back in 2019 has grown into one of Africa’s trusted digital platforms for trading, payments, and financial empowerment. From Izikjon to Grip, and now Zabira, our journey has been nothing short of inspiring. Each chapter carried lessons that shaped who we are today, The People’s Wallet.
From Izikjon to Grip: The Early Days
Every big dream begins with small steps. Izikjon was our first attempt, a bold move into the digital finance space. It laid the foundation for what was to come, teaching us the value of adaptability and customer-centered innovation.
Then came Grip, a name that symbolized holding firmly onto opportunities. Grip brought us closer to customers, helping us simplify how people traded and transacted. But even then, we knew there was room to grow, to build something even more relatable, more powerful, and more memorable.
Becoming Zabira: The People’s Wallet
In 2021, we made the bold decision to evolve into Zabira. The name itself, rooted in Hausa, means wallet. Fast forward to 2025, the rebrand was a promise to put people first.
Zabira quickly became more than an app; it became a community. A place where everyday people could:
- Trade gift cards and crypto at the best rates
- Pay for everyday bills, from airtime to electricity, TV, and even betting wallets
- Access their money with ease, whether through banks or crypto wallets
- Enjoy bonuses, rewards, and campaigns that turn everyday transactions into exciting wins
We designed Zabira with one mission: to make financial access simple, fun, and rewarding.
6 Years of Impact
In these 6 years, Zabira has achieved milestones worth celebrating:
- Thousands of users across Africa placing their trust in our platform
- A vibrant marketplace for crypto and gift card trading
- Campaigns and rewards that have given customers millions back in value
- A brand identity that sticks, bold, youthful, and unforgettable
But beyond numbers, the biggest impact has been the stories of our users. From students funding their dreams, to traders building new side hustles, to everyday people paying bills without stress, Zabira has become a partner in progress.
Looking Ahead: The Next Chapter
While 6 years is a milestone, it’s also a beginning. The future holds bigger dreams for Zabira:
- Expanding into cross-border payments and remittances
- Smarter savings and asset management tools
- Even more rewarding campaigns and bonuses for our users
- A stronger commitment to security, speed, and customer experience
Our promise is simple: to keep being the People’s Wallet — a trusted partner in your financial journey.
Thank You for 6 Years of Trust
Every milestone is only possible because of the people behind it, our customers, partners, and team.
To every single person who has believed in us, traded with us, or spread the word, thank you.
Your trust is the reason we’re here today, and the reason we’ll keep growing tomorrow.
Here’s to 6 years down, and many more to come.
Happy Anniversary to us all. Cheers to Zabira!
