Kenya’s mobile money users hit 51.4mn
Data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics Economic Survey 2026 shows subscriptions increased by 21.4 percent, driven largely by a shift toward peer-to-peer transactions. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Kenya experienced a significant surge in mobile money subscriptions, reaching 51.4 million in 2025, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).
- Mobile money subscriptions grew by a notable 21.4 percent.
- The value of person-to-person transfers on mobile platforms soared to Sh8.66 trillion in 2025.
- There's a discernible shift away from agent-based transactions, with deposits and withdrawals showing a decline.
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Kenya’s Mobile Money Users Hit 51.4mn - April 2026
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