Network partners with flydubai to introduce Mobile Money Payments in Tanzania
Customers using flydubai in Tanzania can now enjoy paying for flight bookings using local mobile money payments following an expansion of our partnership with the Dubai-based airline. The partnership simplifies booking payments for customers while also boosting the growth of the mobile money ecosystem in Tanzania and its wider region. It is now the third market in East Africa to enable mobile money payments after successful launches in Kenya and Uganda, marking another step forward in expanding digital payment accessibility across East Africa. This mobile money expansion supports digital payments in Tanzania and enhances international travel convenience.
Customers in Tanzania can now pay for flights using options such as Tigo Pesa and Airtel Money when booking flights directly with flydubai online and on the flydubai mobile app. This caters to the growing demand for localised, secure and cashless payment experiences by Tanzanian travellers as they make transactions for bookings and other airline-related services. These mobile money payments reflect the growing demand for cashless payments and localized digital solutions.
This continued collaboration gives flydubai customers even greater flexibility by enabling secure, seamless mobile money payments alongside traditional cards. As mobile payments gain momentum, especially in East Africa, we’re proud to be at the forefront, enhancing customer convenience while driving innovation
Our collaboration with Network International builds on the success that we have already witnessed in Kenya and Uganda, reflecting our unwavering commitment to providing our customers with more choice and flexibility regarding their booking and payment options. We look forward to promoting the use of local payment systems beyond the region and providing a convenient travel experience from the moment our passengers choose to travel with flydubai
Why Mobile Money Is Booming in Tanzania
According to the latest GSMA report Tanzania has emerged as one of the most successful mobile money markets in Africa. Between 2019 and 2023, the number of registered mobile money accounts in the country more than doubled from 26 million to 53 million, pushing penetration levels from 46% to 83%. During the same time, transaction volumes surged from $3 billion to $5.3 billion annually. This increased level of adoption reflects the growing roles that mobile money plays in financial access, inclusion and economic participation across the country.
flydubai has built a growing network of more than 135 destinations in 57 countries across Africa, Central Asia, the Caucasus, Central and South-East Europe, the GCC and the Middle East, South Asia and South-East Asia. The carrier is served by a young and efficient fleet of 93 Boeing 737 aircraft.
Ready to book your next trip? Visit flydubai and pay with Airtel Money or Tigo Pesa for a seamless travel experience. Explore Network International’s digital payment solutions to learn more
