Vodacom M-PESA Tanzania is partnering with PayPal to enable customers to transfer funds between M-PESA wallets and PayPal accounts, aiming to improve access to cross-border digital payments.
According to the companies, the integration, available through the M-PESA Super App, will enable eligible users to deposit funds into PayPal accounts and withdraw funds back into their M-PESA wallets.
The partnership comes as demand grows for seamless cross-border payment solutions among Tanzanians engaged in international commerce, freelance work and digital services.
With PayPal-to-M-PESA withdrawals now possible, Tanzanians can access their global earnings more easily.
Furthermore, the service is part of a broader push to expand global payment capabilities within the M-PESA ecosystem.
Tulisindo Mlupilo, acting M-PESA director at Vodacom Tanzania, said the collaboration reflects the fintech’s continued commitment to connecting customers to greater opportunities through innovation and inclusive financial services.
“Digital connectivity is creating more opportunities for Tanzanians to participate in the global economy, whether through freelancing, online business, content creation or cross-border commerce.
"Through this partnership with PayPal, we are making it easier for our customers to send, receive, deposit and access funds across platforms with greater convenience and confidence,” said Mlupilo.
Otto Williams, senior vice president and regional head for the Middle East and Africa at PayPal, added that the integration aims to improve interoperability for international transactions.
“Across the world, we are seeing continued growth in digital commerce and remote work participation. By enabling easier transfer of funds between PayPal and M-PESA through account linking, this partnership will create a more seamless and convenient cross-border payment experience for customers in Tanzania,” said Williams.
Users can access the service directly through the M-PESA Super App by linking their PayPal accounts to their M-PESA wallets through a guided onboarding process designed to support secure and seamless transactions between the two platforms.
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