Mobile Money
Explore how Mobile Money is revolutionizing financial transactions and banking across the globe.
- Announcements
Safaricom Ends M-PESA Transfers to Unregistered Accounts
Safaricom to halt M-PESA money transfers to unregistered users from February 5th, encourages sign-ups at shops amid service outages.
- Startups
Nairobi Hosts Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator Program’s Inaugural Demo Day
Visa's Africa Fintech Accelerator in Nairobi showcases startups from 18 countries, fostering innovation with mentorship and investment opportunities.
- News
PesaLink Steps Up to Rival M-Pesa in the Merchant Space
As M-Pesa outages increase, PesaLink says "Watch this space..." in Merchant Payments, setting up competition for Lipa na M-Pesa.
- How To/ Explained
Equity Boostika Explained, Everything to Know!
Equity Bank's Boostika offers Kenyans higher overdraft limits and competitive rates, challenging M-Pesa Fuliza's dominance
- News
Airtel Kenya Refunds Transaction Fees as Airtime in New Campaign
Airtel Kenya's 'Rudishiwa Transaction Fee Campaign' refunds withdrawal fees as airtime, enhancing value and convenience for customers.
- News
M-Pesa Receives Global Compliance, Set to Accept Card Payments
Safaricom achieves PCI DSS compliance, expands M-PESA with Visa for global card payments, transforming mobile money services.
- News
Fuse Network Unveils $10 Million Grants Program to Revolutionise Web3 Payments
use Network's $10 million grant aims to revolutionize global business through Web3 payment infrastructure support.
- Interesting Reads
The Mobile Economy in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Comprehensive 2023 Analysis
2023 report: Sub-Saharan Africa's mobile economy evolves from 3G to 4G/5G, boosting connectivity, digital transformation and economic growth.
- Opinion
Netflix Should Properly Embrace M-Pesa if It Wants to Grow in Kenya
Netflix's growth in Kenya is hindered by complex payment methods compared to local services' direct M-Pesa integration.
- Announcements
Airtel Money Reduces Paybill and Bank Transfer Charges
Airtel Money in Kenya reduces paybill and wallet charges, enhancing digital payment affordability amid increasing e-citizen usage.
- News
Pay Your Little Cab Driver with Just a Tap of Your Card on Their Phone
Little App, Absa, and Visa introduce NFC payment, allowing quick, secure cab fare transactions just by tap and go of…
- News
MFS Africa and Madagascar’s MVola Partner to Enhance Financial Connectivity
MFS Africa partners with MVola, boosting financial inclusion and seamless international money transfers in Madagascar.
- Announcements
Airtel Money Revises Mobile Money Charges, Here are the New Rates
Airtel Money Kenya revises mobile transaction fees from October 25, 2023, emphasizing cost-effective transfers and withdrawals.
- News
KCB Joins Forces with Mastercard to Launch Elite Credit Cards for Premium Clients
KCB partners with Mastercard, launching exclusive World Elite cards, offering unique perks for premium clients in Kenya.
- News
Safaricom Finalizes Full Ownership of M-Pesa Holding Co. from Vodafone
Safaricom acquires full M-Pesa Holding ownership, boosting Africa's mobile money services and financial inclusion through technology.
