Kenyans Borrow KSh1.16 Trillion Through Safaricom’s Fuliza in Six Months

Kenyans borrowed KSh1.16 trillion through Safaricom’s Fuliza overdraft service in the six months to September 2026, representing an 84 per cent increase compared to the KSh629 billion recorded during a similar period in 2025.The latest figures highlight the growing reliance on mobile-based credit facilities among M-Pesa customers seeking to complete transactions despite having insufficient funds in their accounts.