Mama is here to help. Our mission is to support the Basotho community by making it easier for you to send money from South Africa to Lesotho to your loved ones back home.
Lesotho, known as the “Kingdom in the Sky,” is famous for its mountainous landscapes, strong cultural heritage and resilient spirit. Mama Money is proud to support the Basotho community with simple, low-cost ways to send money home to help with school fees, food, building supplies or medical expenses.
Thanks to Mama’s low fees and growing payout network, sending money home has never been easier. You can now send money from South Africa to Lesotho for as little as 5% in fees. Enjoy the convenience of sending money directly from your phone to your family’s Vodacom M-Pesa mobile wallet.
Sending money from South Africa to Lesotho can sometimes feel more difficult than it should. Many people still face common challenges when using traditional banks or money services.
Paper-based methods like cheques or physical cash transfers can be risky. Personal details may be exposed, and payments can be lost, stolen or delayed.
Traditional transfers often take days to clear. This can be frustrating, especially when your family needs help during an emergency or over holidays like Christmas or Moshoeshoe’s Day.
Many older services charge high fees that reduce the amount your family receives. These extra costs can add up over time, especially if you send money often.
Some transfers require the sender or receiver to visit a branch or agent in person. This can be difficult if they live far away, or if banking hours are limited.
Mama Money is designed to be different—faster, safer and made for your everyday life.
With Mama, your money moves directly from your phone to your recipient’s mobile wallet. No cash to carry, no paperwork to lose.
You can send money anytime, from anywhere. And because we partner with Vodacom M-Pesa in Lesotho, your recipient often gets the money within minutes.
We keep our fees low—just 5% or less—so more of your money goes where it matters most.
Got a question? Need help with your transfer? You can reach out to Mama on WhatsApp or by phone. We’re here to help, whenever you need us.
Your recipient in Lesotho can receive money directly into their Vodacom M-Pesa mobile wallet.
M-Pesa is one of the most trusted and widely used mobile wallet services in Lesotho. With thousands of agents across the country, your loved one can use the money to:
If you're new to Mama Money, follow these four easy steps:
1. Register an account
Download the Mama Money app from the Google Play Store, Apple App Store, or Huawei App Gallery.
2. Upload your documents
Take a clear photo of your Passport, South African ID or Asylum/Refugee documents. You’ll also take a quick selfie in the app. If everything is in order, your account will be activated within minutes.
3. Enter your recipient’s details
You’ll need their name and mobile number.
4. Pay for your transfer
Choose how you'd like to pay and confirm your transfer.
To send money to an M-Pesa mobile wallet in Lesotho, you only need:
Mama will take care of the rest.
“I joined Mama Money because it was simple and affordable. I’ve recommended it to all my friends.” – Chipo Nyahodza
“Excellent service. The Mama team responds really fast and they’re always helpful.” – Desh Mu
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Enjoy easy, fast and reliable international money transfers from South Africa with Mama Money.