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How to Buy Airtel Airtime From Mpesa

JUSTUS KIPRONOOct 22, 2024154

Topping up via Mpesa is the easiest and most convenient way to add funds to your Airtel prepaid SIM account. (Photo: Web)

Last week, we discussed how to buy Telkom airtime from Mpesa without charges. This week, we’ll focus on purchasing Airtel airtime via Mpesa.

A staggering 89% of Kenya’s population prefers Airtel due to its reliable network, supported by high-capacity 4G and mid-band 5G, which ensures a fast and stable connection.

If you’re one of the 18.93 million Airtel users in Kenya in 2024, you likely already know that topping up via Mpesa is the easiest and most convenient way to add funds to your prepaid SIM account. This allows you to continue using mobile services seamlessly.

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Airtel airtime is essential for making calls, sending SMS, purchasing data bundles for internet access, and even enjoying premium services such as horoscopes, ringtones, games, and competitions.

But do you know how to buy Airtel airtime directly from Mpesa? Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Buying Airtel airtime from Mpesa for free

Purchasing Airtel airtime from Mpesa is quick, easy, and fee-free using the USSD code *384*3#. Just follow these steps:

1. Dial *384*3# on your Safaricom Mpesa line
2. Select option 1, ‘Buy Airtime,’ to proceed with the purchase
3. Choose “Buy airtime for Another number” and enter your Airtel phone number
4. Input the amount you want to top up and confirm the details
5. Enter your Mpesa PIN to complete the transaction

Within seconds, you will receive a confirmation message that your request is being processed, followed by an SMS confirming that the Airtel airtime purchase was successful.

With this *384*3# Airtel airtime from Mpesa USSD code, you can buy and transfer credit for free instantly. The minimum airtime purchase is Ksh5, and the maximum is Ksh10,000.

Alternative ways to top up your Airtel line

You can also use other methods to top up your Airtel line, including:

* Using Airtel Money, selecting “Buy Airtime,” then “Buy.”
* Using the My Airtel app with a debit or credit card.
* Using your bank’s mobile app to purchase airtime.

Benefits of using Airtel Money

Airtel Money users enjoy:

* Up to 40% savings on transaction charges.
* Free transfers to other Airtel customers.
* Free bill payments for utilities like water, electricity, and Pay TV.
* A 25% bonus when purchasing airtime via Airtel Money.

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Written by

JUSTUS KIPRONO -

Justus Kiprono is a freelance journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya. He tracks Capital Markets and economic trends, infrastructure reform, government spending, and the financial impacts of state decision-making nationwide. You can reach him: [email protected]