NATIONAL LOTTERY OF TANZANIA PARTNERS WITH TANZANIA POSTS CORPORATION TO EXPAND NATIONWIDE ACCESS TO LOTTERY SERVICES
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – 06th March 2025 – The National Lottery of Tanzania has announced a strategic partnership with HaloPesa, one of the leading mobile money services, to enhance accessibility and convenience for the National Lottery of Tanzania participants. This collaboration will allow millions of Halotel customers to seamlessly take part in the lottery when the platform officially launches in the coming weeks.
The partnership is expected to improve accessibility and convenience for Tanzanians eager to try their luck, providing a secure and straightforward transaction method via HaloPesa. With mobile money being a dominant financial tool in Tanzania, this collaboration ensures that more people can engage in the lottery without barriers.
Kelvin Koka, Director at ITHUBA Tanzania, highlighted the significance of the deal:
“Our partnership with HaloPesa is a major step towards making the National Lottery widely accessible. By leveraging HaloPesa’s mobile money platform, we are creating a safe, secure, and user-friendly experience for HaloPesa customers to participate in the National Lottery of Tanzania. This is about financial inclusivity, ensuring that more Tanzanians have the opportunity to take part in a fair and responsible lottery system.”
HaloPesa, which has been expanding its financial services across Tanzania, sees this partnership as a key milestone in its mission to deliver innovative mobile money solutions.
Mr. Magesa Wandwi, Deputy Managing Director of HaloPesa, expressed confidence in the collaboration, stating:
“We are thrilled to partner with the National Lottery of Tanzania. This initiative will provide our customers with an easy and convenient way to participate in the lottery directly from their mobile phones. By integrating our platform with the lottery, we are enhancing the digital experience for Halotel and HaloPesa users while ensuring they can engage in an exciting new opportunity effortlessly.”
The National Lottery of Tanzania is poised to contribute significantly to economic development, with funds generated supporting various socio-economic initiatives. This partnership enables players across the country to enter draws without needing physical tickets, making participation more convenient than ever.
Halotel customers will soon receive detailed instructions on how to purchase tickets and check results via HaloPesa channels and the National Lottery of Tanzania’s official platforms.
This latest development marks another milestone in Tanzania’s digital financial landscape, as mobile money continues to shape how consumers access services, including entertainment and gaming.
About ITHUBA
ITHUBA is the official operator of the National Lottery of Tanzania, appointed for an eight-year period starting in 2025. As part of Africa’s leading lottery operator, ITHUBA brings extensive expertise and innovation to Tanzania, ensuring a world-class gaming experience. The company is dedicated to socio-economic development through job creation and grassroots sports initiatives.
About HaloPesa
HaloPesa is a licensed mobile money service in Tanzania that enables customers to conduct digital transactions quickly, safely, and affordably anytime, anywhere. Operating 24/7, HaloPesa offers a seamless and secure way to send and receive money, make payments, and manage finances with ease. Its diverse range of products and services ensures convenience, flexibility, and real-time fund transfers across multiple channels. With a strong focus on innovation and customer needs, HaloPesa continues to enhance Tanzania’s digital payment ecosystem, empowering individuals, merchants and other businesses with simple and efficient financial solutions.