How to Send Money from South Africa to Tigo Pesa Tanzania

If you search for Tigo Pesa Tanzania today, you will find a different name on the official service.

Tigo Pesa was rebranded as Mixx by Yas. The current Mixx app listing says the Tigo Pesa service became Mixx by Yas in February 2025. Apple App Store — Mixx Tanzania

For South African senders, however, the older name still matters because remittance providers continue to use "Tigo Pesa" when describing the payout network.

Mama Money currently lists Tigo as one of its Tanzania mobile-wallet destinations for customers sending from South Africa. Mama Money — Send Money to Tanzania

The Tanzanian market behind that route is substantial.

The Bank of Tanzania's National Payment Systems Annual Report 2025 recorded 8.74 million incoming remittance transactions through electronic-money issuers in 2025, worth TZS1,753.97 billion.

The same report says incoming electronic-money remittance volume increased by 153.36% and value increased by 64.73% in 2025. Bank of Tanzania — National Payment Systems Annual Report 2025

Cross-border mobile payments were also growing.

The Bank of Tanzania recorded 5.73 million incoming cross-border mobile-payment transactions in 2025, worth TZS698.00 billion. Transaction volume grew by 32.76%, while value grew by 33.45%. Bank of Tanzania — National Payment Systems Annual Report 2025

The name has changed.

The payment use case has not.

South Africa to Tigo Pesa Tanzania at a Glance

• 8.74 million — incoming remittance transactions facilitated by electronic-money issuers in Tanzania in 2025.

• TZS1,753.97 billion — value of incoming remittances facilitated by electronic-money issuers in Tanzania in 2025.

• 153.36% — annual growth in incoming electronic-money remittance volume in 2025.

• 64.73% — annual growth in incoming electronic-money remittance value in 2025.

• 5.73 million — incoming cross-border mobile-payment transactions in Tanzania in 2025.

• TZS698.00 billion — value of incoming cross-border mobile-payment transactions in 2025.

• 32.76% — growth in incoming cross-border mobile-payment volume in 2025.

• 33.45% — growth in incoming cross-border mobile-payment value in 2025.

• 7,959.40 million — total mobile-payment transactions in Tanzania in 2025.

• TZS255,133.96 billion — total mobile-payment value in Tanzania in 2025.

• 75,775,654 — active mobile-money users in Tanzania in 2025.

• 1,982,162 — mobile-money agents in Tanzania in 2025.

• 2,789,455 — merchants accepting digital payments in Tanzania in 2025.

• 5,000,000 TZS — WorldRemit's current maximum per Tigo Pesa transfer.

• 90,000,000 TZS — WorldRemit's current maximum monthly volume for Tigo Pesa.

• 5,000,000 TZS — WorldRemit's stated maximum Tigo Pesa wallet balance at one time.

• R25,000 — Mama Money first-transaction limit for Tanzania.

• R50,000 — Mama Money standard maximum per Tanzania order after activation.

• R100,000 — Mama Money upgraded monthly maximum.

• 5% or less — Mama Money's published Tanzania transfer fee.

• R1,000 — Mama Money example Tanzania transfer amount.

• R10,000 — Mama Money second example Tanzania transfer amount.

The provider-side limits are different from the wallet-side limits.

A South African sender can therefore reach a provider limit before reaching the maximum permitted by the recipient's mobile-money account.

Is Tigo Pesa Still Available in Tanzania?

The service continues under the Mixx by Yas name.

The official Mixx information says the service connects customers to mobile financial services and lets users send money to M-Pesa, Airtel Money, T-Pesa, HaloPesa and other mobile-money users. Mixx by Yas — Send and Receive Money

The former Tigo Pesa app was rebranded to Mixx by Yas in February 2025. Apple App Store — Mixx Tanzania

So when a remittance provider says "Tigo Pesa," it is referring to the network that customers now encounter as Mixx by Yas.

That distinction matters when searching for current information.

Can You Send Money from South Africa to Tigo Pesa Tanzania?

Yes, where the selected remittance provider supports the route.

Mama Money currently lists Tigo among the Tanzania mobile-wallet destinations available to South African senders. Mama Money — Send Money to Tanzania

WorldRemit also currently lists Tigo Pesa as a supported Tanzania mobile-money payout. WorldRemit — Mobile Money to Tanzania

Mixx by Yas itself says customers can receive money from abroad through international remittance partners such as Remitly, WorldRemit and Mukuru. Mixx by Yas — International Money Transfer

For the broader route, see how to send money from South Africa to Tanzania.

Which Name Should You Choose in the App?

This depends on the provider.

A remittance app may still display Tigo Pesa.

The local Tanzanian service may now display Mixx by Yas.

Do not assume that "Tigo Pesa" is a different wallet.

The two names refer to the same evolved mobile-money service following the rebrand. Apple App Store — Mixx Tanzania

How to Send Money from South Africa to Tigo Pesa Tanzania

The exact screens differ by provider.

The basic process is similar.

1. Choose a supported provider

Check that the provider accepts customers in South Africa.

Then select Tanzania.

Finally, confirm that Tigo Pesa or Mixx by Yas is listed as a mobile-wallet destination.

2. Register and verify your account

International remittance providers normally require customer verification.

Mama Money says South African senders can register using a passport, South African ID, foreign ID, refugee document or asylum document. Mama Money — Send Money to Tanzania

WorldRemit also says South African senders can be asked to provide identity and address information. WorldRemit — Sending from South Africa

3. Select Tanzania

Choose Tanzania as the receiving country.

Select mobile money.

Choose Tigo Pesa if that is how the provider labels the Mixx by Yas destination.

4. Enter the recipient's details

WorldRemit says the recipient's mobile-money account must be fully registered and active. WorldRemit — Mobile Money to Tanzania

You will normally need the recipient's full name, mobile-money number, city and contact number.

The recipient's registered name should match the name supplied to the provider.

5. Enter the amount in rand

Enter the ZAR amount you want to send.

The provider should show the expected TZS payout.

6. Check the exchange rate

Review the ZAR-to-TZS exchange rate.

Then check the fee.

Then compare the final TZS amount.

7. Pay for the transfer

Mama Money currently supports online banking or EFT and cash payments at participating retail partners for Tanzania transfers. Mama Money — Send Money to Tanzania

8. Confirm the transaction

Check the recipient number carefully.

Then approve the transaction.

Keep the reference number.

How Fast Is a Tigo Pesa Transfer?

WorldRemit currently says Tigo Pesa transfers in Tanzania are credited instantly. WorldRemit — Mobile Money to Tanzania

Mama Money says its Tanzania mobile-wallet transfers are sent within minutes. Mama Money — Send Money to Tanzania

Mixx by Yas says its own mobile-money transfers are received instantly once a transaction is confirmed. Mixx by Yas — Send and Receive Money

These are service-level descriptions.

A particular international transfer can still take longer if payment has not cleared or the provider requests additional information.

Does the Recipient Pay to Receive the Money?

WorldRemit says it does not charge the recipient an additional fee for its Tanzania mobile-money transfer.

The local mobile-money operator can still charge when the customer later withdraws or uses the funds. WorldRemit — Mobile Money to Tanzania

Mixx by Yas's current FAQ also says receiving money is free for Mixx customers. Mixx by Yas — Consumer FAQs

The international transfer fee is therefore not the same as local wallet transaction charges.

What Currency Does Tigo Pesa Receive?

The payout is in Tanzanian shillings.

WorldRemit's Tanzania mobile-money service says mobile-money transfers are paid in TZS. WorldRemit — Mobile Money to Tanzania

The South African sender therefore starts with ZAR.

The provider handles the conversion.

The recipient receives TZS.

What Are the Current Tigo Pesa Limits?

Because the service now operates as Mixx by Yas, the current local tariff and account limits should be checked on Mixx or Yas.

The current Mixx by Yas tariff page says a fully registered customer can deposit or receive up to TZS10,000,000 per day, send or withdraw up to TZS5,000,000 per day and store up to TZS10,000,000 at one time.

These current Mixx limits are different from the older Tigo Pesa figures still shown on some international remittance pages.

That distinction is important.

Why Do Provider Pages Still Say Tigo Pesa?

Remittance websites can take time to update product names.

WorldRemit's current Tanzania mobile-money page still uses the Tigo Pesa name while listing current transfer limits.

The same page states a maximum of TZS5,000,000 per Tigo Pesa transfer, a monthly maximum of TZS90,000,000, and a maximum wallet balance of TZS5,000,000.

Those are WorldRemit's published payout rules.

They should not be assumed to be Mixx by Yas's universal account limits.

What Are Mama Money's Limits?

Mama Money currently states a first Tanzania transaction limit of R25,000.

After activation, its standard maximum is R50,000 per order.

After account upgrade, the monthly maximum is R100,000.

These are sender-side limits.

They do not override the recipient's Mixx by Yas account limits.

How Much Does It Cost to Send Money to Tigo Pesa Tanzania?

There is no single universal fee.

Mama Money currently says its Tanzania fee is 5% or less, depending on the amount.

Its published example shows a R50 fee on a R1,000 transfer.

Another published example shows a R250 fee on a R10,000 transfer.

Those are Mama Money's published prices.

They are not the universal cost of every South Africa-to-Tigo Pesa transfer.

Why the Exchange Rate Matters

The headline fee is only part of the cost.

The exchange rate determines how many Tanzanian shillings the recipient receives.

A provider can charge a lower visible fee while giving a weaker ZAR-to-TZS rate.

The final TZS payout is therefore the better comparison.

For the broader issue, see cross-border payments in South Africa.

Tanzania's Mobile-Money Market Is Large

The Bank of Tanzania recorded 7,959.40 million mobile-payment transactions in 2025.

The total value was TZS255,133.96 billion.

Mobile-payment volume increased by 24.10%.

Mobile-payment value increased by 28.30%.

The same report recorded 75,775,654 active mobile-money users.

There were 1,982,162 mobile-money agents.

There were 2,789,455 merchants accepting digital payments.

This is the domestic network into which a remittance can arrive.

Incoming Digital Remittances Are Growing

The Bank of Tanzania says electronic-money issuers facilitated 8.74 million incoming remittance transactions in 2025.

The value reached TZS1,753.97 billion.

The transaction volume increased by 153.36%.

The transaction value increased by 64.73%.

The Bank of Tanzania says stronger partnerships between mobile-money operators, money-transfer operators and international remittance hubs helped drive the growth.

Cross-Border Mobile Payments Are Expanding

Incoming cross-border mobile-payment volume reached 5.73 million transactions in 2025.

The corresponding value was TZS698.00 billion.

Volume increased by 32.76%.

Value increased by 33.45%.

The Bank of Tanzania says these flows cover the EAC, SADC region and the rest of the world.

That broader connectivity matters to the South Africa-to-Tanzania corridor.

Can the Recipient Use Mixx by Yas After Receiving the Money?

Yes.

Mixx by Yas says customers can send money to other mobile networks, send money to banks and pay merchants and bills. Mixx by Yas — Terms and Conditions

That means a recipient is not restricted to cash withdrawal.

The wallet can remain digital.

Can the Recipient Send the Money to Another Network?

Yes.

Mixx by Yas says customers can transfer money to M-Pesa, Airtel Money, T-Pesa, HaloPesa and other mobile-money users. Mixx by Yas — Send and Receive Money

This can be useful when the person receiving the international payment needs to support someone on another Tanzanian network.

Can the Recipient Move the Money to a Bank?

Yes.

Mixx by Yas includes bank transfers among its supported services.

Its terms say customers can send money to a bank from their Mixx by Yas account. Mixx by Yas — Terms and Conditions

That gives the recipient another way to use a remittance after it arrives.

Can You Send Money Without a South African Bank Account?

Yes, when the provider supports cash funding.

Mama Money says customers can pay cash through participating retail partners such as Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Spar, Makro and Game. Mama Money — Send Money to Tanzania

This allows the sender to start with cash and still deliver money to a Tanzanian mobile wallet.

Can You Pay From a South African Bank Account?

Yes.

Mama Money supports online banking and EFT for Tanzania transfers.

Other providers can have additional funding methods.

WorldRemit says the funding options available depend on the country where the sender is located and the payment method selected. WorldRemit — Sending from South Africa

Can You Use a Card?

Some providers support card payments.

WorldRemit says debit and credit cards can be used for transfers where that payment method is available to the sender. WorldRemit — Send Money to Tanzania

The exact card availability should be checked in the South African transfer flow.

What Information Does the Sender Need?

For a mobile-money transfer, the sender should have:

Recipient's full name.

Recipient's mobile-money number.

Recipient's city or address where required.

Contact number where required.

Reason for sending where requested.

WorldRemit says the mobile-money account must be fully registered and active. WorldRemit — Mobile Money to Tanzania

What Happens If the Number Is Wrong?

Check the number before confirming.

WorldRemit warns that mobile-money transfers can be difficult to amend or stop after they are made, although it will try to assist. WorldRemit — Mobile Money to Tanzania

Mixx by Yas also has a self-care transaction-reversal process for certain transactions. Customers can use the self-care menu or contact customer care. Mixx by Yas — Consumer FAQs

A reversal is not guaranteed.

Prevention is better than recovery.

Is Tigo Pesa Safe?

The service now operates under Mixx by Yas, which says its international-transfer services use regulated financial systems and security controls.

Mixx by Yas requires transaction authorisation through a customer PIN or other prescribed authentication method. Mixx by Yas — Terms and Conditions

Never share your wallet PIN.

Use the provider's official app or website.

Can a Transfer Be Delayed?

Yes.

The sending provider may hold a transaction for compliance review.

The sending payment may not have cleared.

Recipient information may be incorrect.

The provider may request additional information.

WorldRemit says it can request further information before processing a mobile-money transfer to comply with regulatory requirements. WorldRemit — Mobile Money to Tanzania

What Is the Best Way to Send Money to Tigo Pesa?

There is no permanent best provider.

Compare the amount you pay in rand.

Compare the fee.

Compare the ZAR-to-TZS exchange rate.

Compare the final TZS payout.

Compare delivery time.

Check the provider's South African sending limit.

Check the recipient's Mixx by Yas or Tigo Pesa limit.

The cheapest advertised fee is not always the cheapest overall transaction.

Tigo Pesa or Mixx by Yas?

For search purposes, both names matter.

Tigo Pesa is the established name many customers still use.

Mixx by Yas is the current official brand.

The former Tigo Pesa app became Mixx by Yas in February 2025. Apple App Store — Mixx Tanzania

The safest wording for a current guide is to use both terms.

That helps readers who search for the old name while still reflecting the current service.

Tigo Pesa Versus M-Pesa Tanzania

Both are mobile-money services.

Tigo Pesa is now Mixx by Yas.

M-Pesa operates on Vodacom Tanzania.

Mama Money currently lists both Tigo and M-PESA among its Tanzania payout options. Mama Money — Send Money to Tanzania

For the Vodacom route, see how to send money from South Africa to M-Pesa Tanzania.

The best network is usually the one the recipient already uses.

Tigo Pesa Versus Airtel Money Tanzania

Airtel Money is another major mobile-wallet option.

Mama Money supports both Airtel and Tigo in Tanzania.

WorldRemit also supports both networks.

For Airtel, see how to send money from South Africa to Airtel Money Tanzania.

The transfer process is broadly similar.

The recipient network is different.

Can You Send Money to a Tigo Number From South Africa?

The number can be used where it is attached to an eligible Tigo Pesa or Mixx by Yas wallet.

The remittance provider should identify the receiving network before confirming the payment.

The sender should not assume that every Tigo-branded number is automatically eligible.

The wallet must be registered and active.

Does the Recipient Need Internet Access?

Not necessarily.

Mixx by Yas supports transactions through USSD and its Super App.

The official service says users can dial 15001# to access the send-money menu. Mixx by Yas — Send and Receive Money

That makes the wallet usable without relying entirely on a smartphone application.

Tanzania's Digital Payment Infrastructure

The Bank of Tanzania recorded 7,959.40 million mobile-payment transactions in 2025.

The value was TZS255,133.96 billion.

There were 75,775,654 active mobile-money users.

There were 1,982,162 agents.

This gives international remittances a wide local distribution network.

Why South Africa-to-Tanzania Mobile Remittances Matter

The route connects two highly digital payment markets.

South African senders can fund transfers electronically or in cash through supported providers.

Tanzanian recipients can receive value into mobile wallets.

The Bank of Tanzania's data show that incoming mobile-money remittances grew strongly in 2025.

That makes mobile-wallet payout a meaningful part of the corridor.

For the broader payment market, see cross-border payments in Africa.

What About Business Payments?

A South African business may pay a Tanzanian contractor.

A Tanzanian freelancer may receive income from a South African client.

A company may reimburse staff.

A family business may send money to another operating location.

Mobile money can be useful for some smaller business payments.

Larger commercial payments may be better handled through a bank or business-payment service.

For the broader business context, see cross-border payments in South Africa.

South Africa to Tigo Pesa Tanzania: Key Statistics

• 8.74 million — incoming remittance transactions through electronic-money issuers in 2025.

• TZS1,753.97 billion — incoming electronic-money remittance value in 2025.

• 153.36% — annual growth in incoming electronic-money remittance volume.

• 64.73% — annual growth in incoming electronic-money remittance value.

• 5.73 million — incoming cross-border mobile-payment transactions in 2025.

• TZS698.00 billion — incoming cross-border mobile-payment value in 2025.

• 32.76% — growth in incoming cross-border mobile-payment volume.

• 33.45% — growth in incoming cross-border mobile-payment value.

• 7,959.40 million — total mobile-payment transactions in 2025.

• TZS255,133.96 billion — total mobile-payment value in 2025.

• 75,775,654 — active mobile-money users in 2025.

• 1,982,162 — mobile-money agents in 2025.

• 2,789,455 — merchants accepting digital payments in 2025.

• TZS5,000,000 — WorldRemit's maximum per Tigo Pesa transfer.

• TZS90,000,000 — WorldRemit's maximum monthly Tigo Pesa volume.

• TZS5,000,000 — WorldRemit's stated maximum Tigo Pesa wallet balance.

• TZS10,000,000 — Mixx by Yas daily deposit/receive limit for a fully registered account.

• TZS5,000,000 — Mixx by Yas daily send/withdraw limit for a fully registered account.

• TZS10,000,000 — Mixx by Yas maximum stored balance.

• R25,000 — Mama Money first Tanzania transaction limit.

• R50,000 — Mama Money standard maximum per order.

• R100,000 — Mama Money upgraded monthly maximum.

• 5% or less — Mama Money published Tanzania transfer fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I send money from South Africa to Tigo Pesa Tanzania?

Yes. Mama Money and WorldRemit currently list Tigo Pesa as a Tanzania mobile-money payout option. The local service is now branded Mixx by Yas.

What happened to Tigo Pesa?

Tigo Pesa was rebranded as Mixx by Yas. The Mixx app listing states the Tigo Pesa service became Mixx by Yas in February 2025.

Should I search for Tigo Pesa or Mixx by Yas?

Use both terms. "Tigo Pesa" remains widely used in remittance-provider documentation, while Mixx by Yas is the current local brand.

How fast is the transfer?

WorldRemit says Tigo Pesa transfers are instant. Mama Money says Tanzania mobile-wallet transfers are sent within minutes.

What currency does the recipient receive?

The recipient receives Tanzanian shillings.

What is the Tigo Pesa transfer limit?

WorldRemit currently lists TZS5,000,000 per Tigo Pesa transfer. The local Mixx by Yas tariff page now lists TZS5,000,000 as the daily send or withdrawal limit for a fully registered account.

What is the Mixx by Yas balance limit?

Mixx by Yas currently lists a maximum stored balance of TZS10,000,000 for a fully registered account.

How much does it cost?

Mama Money currently advertises a Tanzania fee of 5% or less, depending on the amount. The exchange rate also affects the final TZS payout.

Can I pay from a South African bank account?

Yes. Mama Money supports online banking and EFT for Tanzania transfers.

Can I pay cash?

Yes. Mama Money allows cash payment through participating South African retail partners.

Does the recipient need a bank account?

No. The recipient can receive directly into an eligible mobile-money wallet.

Can the recipient transfer the money to a bank?

Yes. Mixx by Yas supports bank transfers from the wallet.

Can the recipient transfer the money to another mobile network?

Yes. Mixx by Yas says customers can send money to other mobile-money networks.

Is Tigo Pesa still the correct name?

For the current Tanzanian service, Mixx by Yas is the official brand. Tigo Pesa remains a useful search term because remittance services still use it.

The Bottom Line

Sending money from South Africa to Tigo Pesa Tanzania is still a valid search and payment use case.

The local service is now called Mixx by Yas.

The rebrand does not change the basic customer journey.

The sender pays in South Africa.

The remittance provider processes the transaction.

The recipient receives Tanzanian shillings in the mobile wallet.

Mama Money currently lists Tigo as a Tanzania payout option for South African customers.

WorldRemit also continues to list Tigo Pesa as a mobile-money payout option.

The wider market is growing quickly.

The Bank of Tanzania recorded 8.74 million incoming electronic-money remittance transactions in 2025.

The value was TZS1,753.97 billion.

Incoming cross-border mobile payments reached 5.73 million transactions worth TZS698.00 billion.

The broader mobile-payment network processed 7,959.40 million transactions worth TZS255,133.96 billion.

For the sender, the most important comparison is still the same.

Check the fee.

Check the ZAR-to-TZS exchange rate.

Check the final TZS payout.

Check the delivery time.

Check the provider's limit.

Check the recipient's wallet limit.

WorldRemit currently lists TZS5,000,000 per Tigo Pesa transfer.

Mixx by Yas currently lists TZS5,000,000 as the daily send or withdrawal limit and TZS10,000,000 as the maximum stored balance for a fully registered account.

Mama Money's South African limits are separate.

It currently lists R25,000 for the first Tanzania transaction, R50,000 per order after activation and R100,000 per month after upgrade.

For the broader corridor, see how to send money from South Africa to Tanzania.

For the M-Pesa alternative, see send money from South Africa to M-Pesa Tanzania.

For the Airtel route, see send money from South Africa to Airtel Money Tanzania.

For the wider payment market, see cross-border payments in South Africa and cross-border payments in Africa.

The customer experience should be simple.

Pay in rand.

The provider handles the conversion.

The Mixx by Yas wallet receives the funds.

The recipient gets Tanzanian shillings.