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April 15, 2026
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Craft Silicon Launches TouristTap Launches in Kenya to Power Cashless Payments for Travelers in Kenya

Craft Silicon Launches TouristTap Launches in Kenya to Power Cashless Payments for Travelers in Kenya

TouristTap, a digital payments platform by Craft Silicon, has been approved by the Kenyan government to enable seamless, cashless payments across the tourism sector...

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Craft Silicon has launched TouristTap, a new digital payment system designed to facilitate cashless transactions for travelers in Kenya. The platform has been officially recognized by the Government of Kenya as an authorized payment option.

  • TouristTap enables tourists to make payments using NFC-enabled smartphones, eliminating the need for physical cash.
  • Key organizations involved include Craft Silicon (the platform developer), KCB Bank (acquiring partner), and Visa (through its CyberSource technology and Visa Acceptance Platform).
  • The system is already approved for use at crucial tourism locations such as national parks, hotels, and coastal destinations, allowing tourists to "pay like locals."

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