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Wise (formerly TransferWise)

A global technology company that facilitates international money transfers and offers insights on corporate taxation.

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Trust Merchant Bank (TMB) - Pepele Mobile

Mobile banking and payment service by TMB, offering digital wallet functionality and banking services.

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Airtel Money

Widely used.

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M-Pesa (via various organizers)

While not a dedicated ticketing app, M-Pesa is heavily used for mobile money payments, often facilitating ticket purchases directly from event organizers or through their integrated booking systems.