Airtel customers can now receive money free of charge from 129 countries

Airtel customers will now be able to receive money from 129 countries, free of charge, following Airtel Money's partnership with World Remit. 

World Remit is an international money transfer service that allows people across the world to send money directly to Airtel Money wallets in a fast, affordable, secure and easy way to use.

The partnership will allow Airtel Money customers to receive funds directly into their wallets and transact through sending or withdrawing money, paying bills or using the Lipa na Airtel Money options.

The third quarter sector statistics (January-March 2021) by the industry regulator shows how Mobile Money services continue to experience significant growth in Kenya. 

According to the statistics, the number of active mobile money subscriptions grew by 2.0 percent to stand at 33.1 million, while active mobile money agents increased to 275,907 from 264,390.

Therefore, there is a growing need for customers to access mobile financial services like Airtel Money, particularly during this time when the coronavirus pandemic has affected businesses.

"Our partnership with World Remit underpins the growth we are witnessing in this market. The volume of transactions and the number of new registered customers to Airtel Money continues to grow. Through this partnership, our customers are assured of seamless services across the globe, without fear of costs. Airtel Money continues to offer fast, secure and affordable services to all Kenyans,” Airtel Kenya Managing Director, Prasanta Das Sarma said.