Vodacom’s M-Pesa Tanzania has partnered with PayPal to allow customers to easily transfer funds between their PayPal accounts and M-Pesa wallets. The service will be accessible directly through the M-Pesa Super App.
The integration enables eligible M-Pesa users to deposit funds into their PayPal wallets and withdraw money back into M-Pesa securely and conveniently. This is expected to significantly simplify cross-border transactions for freelancers, developers, content creators, entrepreneurs and gig economy workers who rely on international payments.
Speaking on the partnership, Tulisindo Mlupilo, Acting M-Pesa Director, said the collaboration underscores the company’s commitment to innovation and financial inclusion.
“Digital connectivity is creating more opportunities for Tanzanians to participate in the global economy, whether through freelancing, online business, content creation or cross-border commerce. Through this partnership with PayPal, we are making it easier for our customers to send, receive, deposit and access funds across platforms with greater convenience and confidence,” said Mlupilo.
Otto Williams, Senior Vice President, Regional Head and General Manager for the Middle East and Africa at PayPal, highlighted the broader impact of the integration on global digital transactions.
“Across the world, we are seeing continued growth in digital commerce and remote work participation globally. By enabling easier transfer of funds between PayPal and M-Pesa, through account linking, this partnership will help create a more seamless and convenient cross-border payment experience for customers in Tanzania,” said Williams.
Customers will be able to access the service by linking their PayPal accounts to their M-Pesa wallets through a guided onboarding process within the M-Pesa Super App, designed to ensure secure and seamless transactions.
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