M-PESA hits 40 million monthly active users in Kenya as it turns 19

M-PESA marks 19 years with a major milestone, reaching 40 million customers in Kenya as Safaricom expands mobile payments, credit, and investment services...

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Safaricom's M-PESA has achieved a significant milestone, reaching 40 million monthly active users in Kenya as it celebrates its 19th anniversary on March 6, 2026.

40 million monthly active users in Kenya.
The achievement by Safaricom PLC highlights its role in financial inclusion.
M-PESA's evolution includes credit services, business solutions, and wealth management tools, with the Ziidi Money Market Fund seeing explosive growth to 4.3 million customers.