SikaWave

The Problem

Sending money from the United States to Ghana is often slow, expensive, and lacking in transparency. Many platforms do not provide users with insight into their giving history, make it difficult to manage recurring family support, and offer little recourse if funds are sent to the wrong recipient.

The diaspora needs a solution that is fast, secure, and designed for real family needs—not just transactions.

Competitive Research & Unique Features

I explored Sendwave as the main competitor and identified several opportunities to position SikaWave as a better solution for the diaspora.

What sets SikaWave apart

• Analytics Dashboard: Unlike Sendwave, SikaWave provides users with analytics to track the number of transactions, total amount sent, and giving history over time.
• Cancellation Window: Added a short window after sending to allow users to cancel a transfer, based on feedback from Sendwave users who sometimes sent funds to the wrong recipient.
• Family Wallet: Enables recurring transfers and intuitive management of family recipients, making it easy to support loved ones on a regular basis.

Project Highlights

• Send money from the U.S. to Ghana instantly and securely
• Connects U.S. payment methods to Ghanaian banks and mobile wallets
• Simple, modern interface for the diaspora community

My Role

I led product design, UX/UI, and MVP prototyping for both web and mobile. My focus was on creating a seamless, trustworthy experience that addresses real pain points for the West African diaspora.