"SMEs deserve enterprise-grade connectivity without enterprise-level complexity,” says XLink’s Chief Information Officer, Yakoob Ahmed. “NovaX was built to eliminate the pain points we see daily - unreliable connectivity, lengthy provisioning, and fragmented support. This is about empowering SMEs with the same uptime and service quality trusted by banks".

Introducing NovaX – XLink’s next-generation connectivity solution designed specifically to power SME resilience, agility, and scale. Developed by XLink, a trusted FinTelco powering South Africa’s largest payment networks, NovaX eliminates traditional SME connectivity barriers and delivers what matters most: resilience, simplicity, and speed.

Written by Dr Thanusha Govender – XLink CEO

XLink Crowned Technology Company of the Year at the Africa Tech Week Awards 2025

XLink Communications Pty (Ltd) is a purpose-led PayTech, reshaping the world of payments with innovative products that are redesigning the customer payment experience. Over the past two years, XLink has become a force for good by advancing financial inclusion, recognising it as the foundation for a thriving African continent.

Financial inclusion is more than just having a bank account. At XLink, we empower individuals and businesses with digital tools that transform lives. Our purpose is to drive economic growth and create lasting change by delivering accessible, secure payment solutions, within the access of anyone, anytime.

In a strategic move to bolster payment capabilities across the continent, XLink is proud to announce the launch of its Payments Advisory Services. This initiative aims to support African banks, telecommunications companies, fintech firms, and retailers in navigating the rapidly evolving payments landscape. With the African economy experiencing robust growth and a youthful, digitally savvy population, the timing could not be more critical.