du Pay, talabat forge first-of-its-kind partnership to empower UAE delivery riders with advanced digital wallet services

UAE – du Pay, the advanced digital financial services arm of du, has announced a strategic partnership with talabat, the leading on-demand delivery platform in the MENA region.

This landmark collaboration marks the first time a licensed digital wallet provider and a delivery aggregator have joined forces in the region.

Under this initiative, du Pay will work closely with talabat and their fleet partners to provide riders with a seamless, accessible way to receive, spend, and send money anywhere in the UAE or back to their home countries at competitive rates.

This service offers riders du Pay’s comprehensive suite of digital financial services and bespoke incentives tailored specifically for the blue-collar workforce across the UAE.

The collaboration represents a critical advance in the UAE’s transition to a cashless economy, directly supporting the Dubai Department of Finance’s target to make 90% of transactions in Dubai cashless by 2026.

du Pay empowers residents with simple, fast, and secure digital payment solutions that enhance financial inclusion.

du Pay’s vision is to make finance effortless, inclusive, and accessible to everyone in the UAE. The partnership bridges convenience with inclusion by addressing the specific financial needs of talabat’s millions of riders.

It aligns with talabat’s dedication to rider welfare, financial wellbeing, and operational excellence.

The two companies will collaborate to maximise benefits for talabat’s fleet partners, contributing to improved financial wellbeing and higher job satisfaction.

This partnership also reflects du Pay’s broader commitment to accelerating digital transformation across numerous industries via scalable financial solutions for major enterprises and employers.

This alliance marks a significant milestone in digitising financial services for delivery workers, supporting the UAE’s aspiration to become a global leader in digital innovation and economic inclusiveness.

Talabat is the leading on-demand delivery platform in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. It offers quick, efficient delivery services with a user-friendly app, extensive partner network, and services ranging from food to groceries and retail items.

Talabat plays a key role in the region’s e-commerce ecosystem and focuses on customer satisfaction, rider welfare, and market expansion.

du Pay is the advanced digital financial services arm of du, the UAE-based telecommunications firm. Licensed by the Central Bank of the UAE, du Pay delivers secure mobile wallet services that enable digital payments, money transfers, and financial inclusion.

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