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Buy airtime from the comfort of your home. Dial *831# to top up on any network — free of charge, with 2% bonus airtime.

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All networks

Safaricom, Airtel, Telkom and Faiba.

Free of charge

No fee to buy airtime through *831#.

2% bonus airtime

Extra airtime on every top-up.

Instant confirmation

Know straight away your top-up landed.

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Students, families, professionalsEveryone stays connected.

TekeTeke Airtime is your quick solution to buying airtime.

With a simple dial, your airtime is just a heartbeat away. Students, families, professionals: everyone stays connected, bridging distances with joy. Just a few taps, and you're in touch.

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Trusted by people all across Kenya

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  • Amina
    AminaUniversity student, Nairobi
    Between lectures and group chats, my phone can’t run out of airtime. *831# takes ten seconds and I’m back online.
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    JamesBoda boda rider, Nairobi
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    GraceShop owner, Kisumu
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    PeterRetired teacher, Nakuru
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    FaithMother of three, Mombasa
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    DanielMarket vendor, Eldoret
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    MercyTailor, Nakuru
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    JosephineFreelance designer, Nairobi
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    WinnieUniversity student, Eldoret
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    CynthiaReceptionist, Mombasa
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Three simple steps to get connected

TekeTeke Airtime brings you a simple solution to buy airtime through USSD or Paybill. Don't worry about queues; we bring you the best and fastest service.

  1. 01

    Dial *831#

    From any phone, on any network. It's free to buy.

  2. 02

    Follow the prompts

    Simple on-screen instructions take you from network to amount.

  3. 03

    Get your airtime

    Instant transaction confirmation, plus your 2% bonus.

Prefer Paybill?

Use our Paybill number, then follow the instructions.

7777727
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Just a few taps, and you're in touch.

Dial *831# · All networks in Kenya

See your bonus before you dial

Slide to the amount you want. We'll show the 2% bonus and the TekeTeke plan your top-up falls into.

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KSh
2% bonusKSh 10
Total airtimeKSh 510
Your planTeke Basic

Illustration based on the advertised 2% bonus. Your final amounts are confirmed on the *831# screen.

A plan for every top-up

From a quick KSh 10 to bulk purchases for your business, choose the tier that fits how you use airtime.

Feature Teke Basic Teke Pro Teke Elite
Per top-up KSh 10 – 1,999 KSh 2,000 – 5,999 KSh 6,000 – 11,000
Best for Personal, everyday use Small business, regular use Power users, business
All networks — Safaricom, Airtel, Telkom, Faiba Yes Yes Yes
Instant transaction confirmation Yes Yes Yes
Payment through Paybill or USSD Yes Yes Yes
Automated, scheduled top-ups Yes Yes
Bulk airtime discounts Yes Yes
Airtime gifting option Yes
Dedicated account manager Yes

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get airtime via USSD?

Dial *831# and follow the simple instructions to get your airtime.

How do I use Paybill?

Use our Paybill number 7777727, then follow the instructions.

Is there a special offer?

Yes, we offer monthly promotions to our loyal customers! You also get 2% bonus airtime when you buy through *831#.

How do I get urgent help?

Contact us through our online chat for quick help, call or WhatsApp +254 713735116, or send us an email.

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