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December 24, 2025
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Financier ups competition with 100,000 handset financings in four months

Financier ups competition with 100,000 handset financings in four months

While mobile money can be accessed through basic feature phones, its true potential lies in the advanced functionalities offered by smartphones...

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Regional asset financier Mogo has significantly boosted smartphone accessibility in Kenya by financing over 100,000 handsets within four months of launching its device-financing product. This initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and enhance financial inclusion for vulnerable populations.

  • Mogo has financed 100,000 affordable smartphones in four months.
  • Head of Sales - Device Financing at Mogo Kenya Fred Muoka stated this meets a real market need for reliable, affordable smartphones.
  • The financing process takes less than 23 minutes, with flexible 12-month installment plans through a partnership with Transsion brands (TECNO, itel, Infinix).
  • Mogo also runs a financial literacy program, training over 300 boda boda chairpersons in the Coastal region to promote responsible borrowing.

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