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Money in Tanzania

Payments, banking, ATMs, cash and cards.

Payments, banking, ATMs, cash and cards. — in Tanzania.

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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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M-Pesa (Vodacom M-Pesa)

Dominant mobile money service, widely used for sending and receiving money, paying bills, and making purchases.

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Tigo Pesa (Emergency Contacts)

Similar to other mobile money apps, Tigo Pesa allows users to save and quickly access important contacts, which can be used for emergencies.

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Airtel Money

Mobile money platform by Airtel Tanzania for transactions, bill payments, and airtime top-ups. Widely used.

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Airtel Money Tanzania

Airtel's mobile money platform, very popular for remittances and daily transactions.

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Wise (formerly TransferWise)

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

09/06/2026
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CRDB Bank Simbanking

Official mobile banking application for CRDB Bank, offering comprehensive financial services to its customers in Tanzania.

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NMB Mkononi

The official mobile banking app for National Microfinance Bank (NMB), providing easy access to banking services for Tanzanians.

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Equity Bank Tanzania Mobile Banking

Mobile banking app for Equity Bank customers in Tanzania, enabling secure and convenient financial transactions.

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