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Safaricom Bonga Points

Check, redeem, or transfer Bonga loyalty points

*126#Tap to dial on phone

Provider: Safaricom. Last verified: 2026-05-06. Category: Mobile money.

About this code

Bonga Points is Safaricom's loyalty programme. Dial *126# to check your points balance, redeem points for airtime or data, or transfer points to another Safaricom user. Points accumulate on every Safaricom voice, SMS, and data spend at varying rates.

What you can do

  • Check Bonga balance
  • Redeem for airtime
  • Redeem for data bundles
  • Transfer points to another line
  • Buy goods with Bonga at participating merchants

Verify before you rely on it

Confirm the code on the operator's official channel before using it for high-value transactions. The official source for Safaricom is the place to verify. We re-verify every quarter and flag any changes here.

Frequently asked

What does *126# do?

Check, redeem, or transfer Bonga loyalty points

Is *126# free to dial?

Yes. USSD shortcodes are typically free to dial in Kenya. Service-specific charges (e.g., M-PESA fees, bank transfer fees) apply only when you initiate a transaction through the menu, not for dialling itself.

Who operates *126#?

Safaricom operates this USSD service. For service issues or to verify the code, contact Safaricom directly via their official channels.

Will this code work on a feature phone?

Yes. USSD works on any GSM phone, including basic feature phones. No internet, no app, no smartphone required.

Does this work on Airtel or Telkom lines?

No. Safaricom-specific codes work only on Safaricom lines. Airtel and Telkom have their own equivalent codes.

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