KOKO unlocks flexible payment options for Softlogic Retail and Restaurant

Zaid Hafeel - Head of Digital Transformation - Softlogic Group , Shimry Naizer - Head of Partnerships – KOKO, Dinuki Karunatilake - Head of KOKO , Terry O’Connor - CEO - Odel and Brands, Michael Sathasivam - Regional CEO – KOKO , Luke Perera - Head of Commercial – KOKO, Shennon Perera - Manager Marketplace and Payments - KOKO

Continuing its mission of empowering customers with financial freedom, KOKO, Sri Lanka’s Buy Now, Pay Later Platform (BNPL) added Softlogic Holdings PLC, one of the country’s largest conglomerates to its portfolio. A move that will bring a new level of affordability and convenience to consumers across Softlogic’s retail and restaurant brands. 
For the last five years, KOKO has offered Sri Lankans practical shopping solutions through transparent and convenient payment plans. Beyond simply offering a new, flexible payment method, this alliance helps make digital payments more mainstream and encourages responsible spending. All of which aligns with the government’s broader goal for economic digitalization.
“Digital innovation is reshaping the Sri Lankan economy, and we’re proud to be a part of that momentum. Through this partnership with Softlogic, we will continue to give customers easier access, greater financial flexibility and the power to make choices that truly fit their lives,” says Dinuki Karunatilake, Head of KOKO.
One of Sri Lanka’s largest fashion retailers, Softlogic is home to over 130 world-renowned fashion labels and international restaurant franchises. This includes 33 ODEL branches island-wide, Cotton Collection, Softlogic Galleria department stores, restaurants and its exclusive branded apparel stores that include Armani, Swatch, Fossil, Levi’s, Nike, Adidas, Mango, Charles & Keith etc.Customers can now tap into KOKO’s interest-free instalment plans to make these premium lifestyle products more accessible.
“We have introduced a new level of shopping freedom and convenience to our customers thanks to KOKO’s flexible payment options,” said Terry O’Connor, Chief Executive Officer, ODEL (Odel, Softlogic Brands and Cotton Collection).  “This collaboration reflects our shared vision of delivering what shoppers value most—world-class quality, unparalleled choice, and affordability. Whether it’s a designer dress, a well-crafted pair of shoes or a dream bag, saying yes to that purchase no longer needs to break the bank,” 
The partnership, which also extends to Softlogic Restaurants, reinforces the group’s customer centric ethos and drive for innovation. “It’s enabled us to make experiences like dining out easier, and more enjoyable for our patrons ,” shared Suresh Jayawardena, Director and Chief Executive Officer, Softlogic Restaurants. “More importantly, it has strengthened our efforts to build a modern, digitally connected and convenient experience across all our brands. With KOKO’s support we will continue to raise the bar in the Sri Lankan retail market.”