“M-PESA’s collaboration with PayPal will open up global market places and the global economy to millions of Kenyans and Kenyan-based businesses. Beyond money transfers, this development ushers in a new era of speed and convenience beyond borders, as we work towards innovating robust platforms through which more entrepreneurs and consumers can benefit from the growing eCommerce industry”, said Joseph Ogutu, Director – Strategy, Safaricom in the press release.

To use this service, one must have a PayPal account and an MPESA account.

How to Top Up your PayPal account with MPESA

There is an easy to use Currency Converter on this page that is updated daily. It is also important to note that a transaction fee is also applicable.