M-Pesa
Examining M-Pesa’s transformative role in mobile banking and economic change in emerging markets.
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Kenya’s Digital Growth Surge: Smartphones, Mobile Money & Cyber Threats on the Rise
Insights At a Glance: SIM subscriptions hit 76.16 million; smartphone usage now at 80.8%. Mobile money subscribers reach 45.36 million.…
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Protests Cast Shadow Over Nairobi’s Upcoming M-PESA Sokoni Festival
Insights At a Glance: The upcoming Safaricom’s M-PESA Sokoni Festival Nairobi edition, scheduled for June 16, may face delays or…
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Safaricom Offering Cashback If You Book a Flight via Trips on M-PESA App for a Limited Time
Insights At a Glance: Get KES 2,000 cashback when you book a flight via the Trips app on the M-PESA…
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How to Buy Airtel Airtime or Bundles from M-PESA Using the My Airtel App
Insights At a Glance: Open the My Airtel app, choose Buy Airtime or Buy Bundles. Under payment options, enter your…
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Kenyan Government to Sell Safaricom Stake as Part of KES 149 Billion Privatisation Push
Kenya plans to sell Safaricom stake to raise KES 149B, amid fiscal pressure, strong M-PESA growth, and spending concerns.
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Fuliza Biashara Gets Major Upgrade as Safaricom Rolls Out Taasi Loans
Safaricom revamps MSME credit offerings with Fuliza Biashara, Taasi Till, and Taasi Pochi loans for flexible business financing.
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Safaricom FY25 Results Explained: M-PESA Growth Solid, Ethiopia Losses Deepen Despite Expansion
Safaricom’s FY25 revenue hit KES 388.7B, driven by M-PESA growth in Kenya, while Ethiopia posted heavy losses.
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M-PESA Celebrates 18 Years with Electrifying 18-Hour Concert at Uhuru Park
M-PESA celebrates 18 years with a star-studded 18-hour concert at Uhuru Park, showcasing Kenya's music, innovation, and community.
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From Telco to Techco: Safaricom’s Bold Vision at Decode 3.0 Explained
Safaricom Decode 3.0 showcased AI, fintech, gaming, sustainability, VRBT, and Daraja 3.0, mapping Kenya’s digital transformation.
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M-PESA Marks 18 Years, Officially Launches Ziidi Investment
M-PESA celebrates 18 years, launches Ziidi Investment Platform, and expands digital financial services to enhance customer wealth and inclusion.
- Announcements
M-PESA Jr. NBA Program to Transform Youth Basketball in Kenya—Reaching 10,000 Players
NBA Africa and Safaricom’s M-PESA launch Kenya’s largest Jr. NBA program, empowering 10,000 youth with basketball training and financial literacy.
- Announcements
Disruption in M-Pesa Payments for Kenya Power Tokens Leaves Customers Frustrated
M-Pesa users face ongoing issues purchasing Kenya Power tokens, forcing reliance on alternative platforms like Airtel Money, Equitel, and banks.
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M-Pesa to join PesaLink: Convenience or Cost for Kenyan Users?
M-Pesa integrates with PesaLink, enhancing financial interoperability, streamlining transactions, and reshaping Kenya’s digital payment landscape amidst regulatory developments.
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Ziidi Fund Debut Sparks Confusion as Mali Users Face Contradictory Messages on M-Pesa
Safaricom’s Ziidi launch sparks confusion as Mali users face forced migrations, app errors, and lack of official communication.
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Safaricom Expands M-Pesa Investments with Ziidi Money Market Fund Approval
Safaricom launches Ziidi Money Market Fund on M-Pesa, offering new investment options alongside Mali, with CMA regulatory approval.