Mobile money service provider, Airtel Money has signed a partnership with Kenya Power (KPLC) that will allow customers to pay for their electricity bills at zero transaction fees.
According to Airtel Money Managing Director Anne-Kinuthia Otieno, the removal of the transaction fees is part of an initiative that id aimed at cushioning Kenyans during the current tougj economic times.
The new measure will benefit both the postpaid and prepaid Kenya Power customers for the next six months. “We are now glad to offer Kenyans this solution where they will enjoy zero transaction cost for the next six months when they make their electricity payments. The cost saving on the Charge per transaction will enable customers to utilize their money for other purchases,” said Ms. Kinuthia-Otieno.
Under the deal, Airtel customers can now pay their electricity bills through simple steps that include dialing the USSD code *334# and choosing Airtel Paybill, and then KPLC.
“We are happy to have Airtel onboard as one of our revenue collection agencies for our postpaid and prepaid customers. This strategic partnership offers our valued customers a seamless payment channel,” said Kenya Power Managing Director & CEO Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror.
“It also ensures enhanced convenience and satisfaction after six months of free transaction fees, customers will still be able to pay for their electricity bills at an affordable cost, in line with Airtel’s proposition of providing highly affordable services to its customers.”
Airtel Money plans to attract more partnerships with strategic stakeholders to offer customers pocket-friendly and convenient mobile money services.
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Other Airtel Money unique benefits include, sending money between Airtel to Airtel network for free, getting 25 percent extra airtime or data purchased through Airtel Money, and saving up to 40 percent on withdrawal charges at any Airtel Money agent.
