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Airtel Kenya Named Most Innovative Mobile Money Provider in Africa

By: Adamu Garba

September 26, 2025

2 minute read

Airtel Africa and Nokia have joined forces to deploy a high-capacity fibre optic network through Telesonic, connecting East and Central Africa with speeds up to 38 Tbps and bridging the continent’s digital divide.

Airtel Kenya has achieved continental recognition after being named Most Innovative Mobile Money Provider of the Year at the prestigious Africa Digital Economy Awards.

The award highlights Airtel Kenya’s growing influence in digital finance and its critical role in driving financial inclusion across Africa.

Airtel Money Driving Digital Transformation

The accolade celebrates Airtel Money Africa’s ongoing commitment to bridging both the digital divide and the financial gap. Through cutting-edge mobile money solutions, the platform empowers millions of individuals and businesses to access:

  • Affordable financial services
  • Reliable mobile payment systems
  • Secure digital transactions

This recognition underscores Airtel Money’s role as a catalyst for economic growth and inclusion in the continent’s digital economy.

Commitment to Innovation and Inclusion

In response to the award, Airtel Kenya reaffirmed its dedication to:

  • Expanding access to mobile money services.
  • Innovating financial solutions that meet Africa’s unique needs.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to strengthen the continent’s digital finance ecosystem.

The company emphasized that innovation will remain at the heart of its mission to build inclusive financial systems that support Africa’s long-term digital and economic progress.

Airtel Money’s Position in Africa’s Digital Economy

With this recognition, Airtel Money has further cemented its position as a leading player in mobile money innovation. By leveraging technology to connect communities, Airtel continues to play a central role in shaping Africa’s financial future.

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