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Carbon

Digital business banking and loans for Nigerian founders

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Works in AfricaAfrica-built

Carbon (formerly OneFi) is a Nigerian digital bank offering business banking accounts, loans, and BNPL. Their business account includes instant account opening, transfers, bill payments, and debit card issuance. Also offers working capital loans for businesses with transaction history.

Facts about Carbon

Category
Business Banking
Availability
Works in Africa
Countries
🇳🇬Nigeria
Pricing
Paid
Typical setup time
< 1 hour
Best for
Early-stage, SaaS, Solo founder
Last verified
Apr 1, 2026May be outdated

Use when

You want a quick-to-open Nigerian business account with built-in access to working capital loans.

Skip when

You need a multi-signatory account or complex approval workflows - Brass is better suited for that.

Carbon Business accounts open faster than traditional banks. The loan product is useful for cash flow gaps if you have 3+ months of transaction history.

Alternatives

BrassKuda BusinessGTB SME

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