Customers using electric buses are set to pay for their fares digitally.
This follows the unveiling a mobile money platform dubbed ‘SasaPay’by Viewtech Limited in partnership with OMA Service.
The partnership aims to promote the use of electric buses provided by BasiGo while simplifying passenger payment processes.
SasaPay MD Stephen Kaguchia stated that the partnership with the Electric Bus Company will provide a convenient payment solution for passengers.
Further, he stated that SasaPay cashless platform will enhance the use of electric buses, which are an eco-friendly and sustainable mode of transportation.
“By enabling passengers to pay for their tickets directly from their mobile phones, we are making the payment process more convenient and streamlined,” he added.
The Central Bank of Kenya licenced SasaPay as a Payment Service Provider(PSP) to provide mobile money wallet services.
There is no need for actual currency or paper tickets because passengers may top up their accounts and purchase tickets immediately from the app or with a USSD code.
OMA Services Chairman George Githinji said he envisions having a cashless matatu industry in Kenya.
“SasaPay has accepted to walk this journey with Oma services,” he added.
Additionally, Githinji noted that SasaPay will make it easier and more convenient for passengers to use electric buses.
“We look forward to working together to make cashless payment more accessible to everyone,” he affirmed.
