Betika Deposits: The Complete Guide to M-Pesa and Airtel

Author: Maksymilian Hasiak

Date: 29.08.2025

So, you’ve joined Betika and you’re ready to get in on the action? The first thing you need to do is fund your account. In Kenya, this is a very simple and fast process because Betika is built to work perfectly with Mobile Money. This guide will show you exactly how to deposit using the most popular method, M-Pesa, and also for our friends using Airtel.

Easiest Way to Pay: M-Pesa

M-Pesa is the number one way to manage your money in Kenya, and it’s the most popular way to deposit on Betika. The process is instant and very secure. You just need to have the official Paybill details ready.

  • Paybill Number: 290290
  • Account Number: BETIKA

Here are the exact steps to follow on your phone:

  1. Go to your M-Pesa Menu.
  2. Select ‘Lipa na M-Pesa’.
  3. Choose the ‘Pay Bill’ option.
  4. When asked for the ‘Business No.’, enter 290290.
  5. When asked for the ‘Account No.’, enter the word BETIKA.
  6. Enter the amount you wish to deposit.
  7. Enter your secret M-Pesa PIN and confirm the transaction.
  8. You will receive a confirmation SMS from M-Pesa, followed by another from Betika.


How to Deposit with Airtel Money

If you are an Airtel customer, don’t worry, the process is just as easy. Here are the details you will need:

  • Business Name: BETIKA
  • Reference: BETIKA

Here are the exact steps to follow on your phone:

  1. Go to your Airtel Money Menu.
  2. Select the ‘Make Payments’ option.
  3. Choose ‘Paybill’, and then select ‘Other’.
  4. For the ‘Business Name’, type in BETIKA.
  5. Enter the amount you wish to deposit and your PIN.
  6. In the ‘Reference’ field, type BETIKA and confirm.


Important Things to Remember

Just a few quick tips to make sure your deposit goes smoothly. Always double-check you have entered the Paybill or Business Name correctly. Also, make sure you are depositing from the same phone number that you used to register your Betika account.

Funding your Betika account is that simple. Whether you use M-Pesa or Airtel, the system is designed to be fast and convenient, so you can top up your wallet in less than a minute and start playing. It’s a perfect system made for Kenyan players. Cheza kistaarabu! (Play responsibly!)