A new partnership between Vodacom M-Pesa Tanzania and PayPal unlocks a new integration that enables customers to seamlessly link accounts and transfer funds between PayPal and M-Pesa wallets through the M-Pesa Super App.

Eligible M-Pesa customers will now be able to deposit funds directly into their PayPal wallets and withdraw funds from PayPal back into their M-Pesa wallets securely and conveniently.

This will simplify international transactions for freelancers, developers, content creators, entrepreneurs, gig-economy workers and other digitally connected customers.

The integration marks a significant step forward in expanding access to global digital financial services as demand grows for more seamless cross-border payment solutions among Tanzanians participating in international commerce, freelance work and digital services.

“Digital connectivity is creating more opportunities for Tanzanians to participate in the global economy, whether through freelancing, online business, content creation or cross-border commerce,” says acting M-Pesa director Tulisindo Mlupilo.

“Through this partnership with PayPal, we are making it easier for our customers to send, receive, deposit and access funds across platforms with greater convenience and confidence.”

PayPal senior VP and Middle East and Africa regional head and GM Otto Williams adds that the integration supports greater interoperability for customers making international digital transactions.

“By enabling easier transfer of funds between PayPal and M-Pesa, through account linking, this partnership will help create a more seamless and convenient cross-border payment experience for customers in Tanzania.”

Customers will be able to access the service directly through the M-Pesa Super App by linking their PayPal accounts to their M-Pesa wallets through a guided onboarding process designed to support secure and seamless transactions between the two platforms.

The partnership further strengthens M-Pesa’s position as a leader in digital financial services and innovation in Tanzania.