Get Money in Minutes

Quick loans through your mobile wallet  – no paper work, no waiting.

Mobile loans allow you to borrow money using your phone with or without a bank account. There are two main types:

  • Instant Mobile Money Loans (via telecom networks or apps)
  • Bank Mobile Loans (through banking apps or USSD)

How to Get a Loan in 3 Steps

It’s easier than you think!

1. Check Your Eligibility

Make sure you've been using mobile money for at least 3 months

2. Dial USSD Code

Use your provider's code to access loan services

3. Get Instant Money

Receive money directly in your mobile wallet

Choose Your Loan Provider

Compare options and pick what works best for you

Safaricom

M-Shwari

Dial *334# > Loans > M-Shwari
SafaricomFuliza (Overdraft)Auto-deduction via M-Pesa
KCB BankKCB M-Pesa(*522#), offering higher limits based on usage.

Airtel Kenya

Airtel Money Loans*222# > Loans (if available)

In Kenya, mobile loans are offered through both telecom operators and banks, making it easy to access money right from your phone.

  • Be a registered mobile money user (e.g., M-Pesa)

  • Have active transaction history

  • Maintain good repayment record if using previous loans

  • Some providers may check credit score or phone usage data

These services are available 24/7 and funds are sent instantly to your M-Pesa account. Loan limits grow with responsible use

 

MTN UgandaSavings & LoansDial 165*5#
Airtel UgandaWewoleDial *185*8# > Loans

In Uganda, MTN and Airtel offer mobile loans directly through their mobile money platforms. MTN’s MoMoAdvance allows users to borrow instantly based on their MoMo usage, while Airtel’s Wewole service enables short-term loans accessed via USSD.

  • Be a registered mobile money user (e.g. MTN MoMo or Airtel)

  • Have active transaction history

  • Maintain good repayment record if using previous loans

  • Some providers may check credit score or phone usage data

The more you transact and repay on time, the higher your future loan limits grow.

Safaricom

M-Shwari

Dial *334# > Loans > M-Shwari
SafaricomFuliza (Overdraft)Auto-deduction via M-Pesa
KCB BankKCB M-Pesa(*522#), offering higher limits based on usage.

Airtel Kenya

Airtel Money Loans*222# > Loans (if available)

In Tanzania, users can access loans directly through telecom providers like Tigo and Airtel.

Tigo Nivushe and Airtel Timiza offer fast, low-barrier loans via simple USSD codes, making them accessible even to users without smartphones or bank accounts. Loan eligibility improves with usage and good repayment history.

How to Apply for a Mobile Loan

Here’s a simple example process using a mobile network service

Kenya (Using M-Shwari)

  1. Dial **☎ *334# to access the M-Pesa services menu

  2. Select Loans and Savings

  3. Select M-Shwari

  4. Tap Request Loan

  5. Enter the desired loan amount (e.g., 1,000 KES)

  6. Confirm using your M-Pesa PIN

  7. Funds will be deposited into your M-Pesa wallet

Uganda (Using MTN MoMo)

  1. Dial **☎ *165*5#

  2. Choose MoMoAdvance or XtraCash

  3. Follow prompts to confirm loan amount and approval

  4. Receive funds instantly on your MTN mobile money account

Customer Support Contacts

ProviderCountryContact Method
SafaricomKenyaDial 100 or visit Safaricom app
MTNUgandaCall 100 or visit nearest MTN service center
AirtelKenya/Uganda/TanzaniaDial 121 or use Airtel app
KCB BankKenyaCall 0711 087 000
Equity BankKenyaCall 0763 000 000
CRDBTanzaniaCall 0800 750 075

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