Quick Answer for Airtel Users
To deposit instantly: Dial *121#, select Make Payment (or ‘Betting’ if available directly), choose Premier Bet, and enter your amount. The minimum deposit is 300 MWK. Requires no data bundle.
While TNM Mpamba is popular, many smart punters in Malawi prefer Airtel Money because of its network stability (“Network siyimadula”). If you want to fund your betting account without delays, Airtel is your solid backup.
This is your official 2026 guide to Kusungitsa Ndalama (depositing money) safely using the authorized USSD codes.
Airtel Money Transaction Limits (2026)
| Feature | Official Details |
|---|---|
| USSD Code | *121# (Standard Menu) |
| Minimum Deposit | 300 MWK |
| Maximum Deposit | 150,000 MWK (Per transaction) |
| Speed | Instant (Pa Fast) |
Step-by-Step Deposit Guide (Ndondomeko)
Follow these steps carefully to avoid sending money to the wrong account.
- Dial *121#: Open your phone dialer and enter the Airtel Money USSD code.
- Select “Make Payment”: Usually Option 2 or Option 4 on the main menu. Look for “Betting” inside this menu.
- Choose “Betting Services”: You will see a list of categories. Select Betting.
- Select Operator: Find and select Premier Bet from the list.
- Enter Amount: Input the amount (e.g., 500). Do not use commas or decimals.
- Enter PIN: Authorize the transaction with your 4-digit Airtel Money PIN.
- Confirm: You will receive an SMS confirmation from Airtel (trans. ID) and Premier Bet.
Troubleshooting: “Message sinabwere” (No SMS?)
If money has left your Airtel account but hasn’t appeared on your betslip, follow this protocol:
- Check Balance: Dial *137# to confirm your data/airtime wasn’t used instead.
- Keep the ID: The transaction ID (e.g., TXN12345…) is your proof of payment.
- Wait 15 Mins: Sometimes the API link between Airtel and the betting platform lags during peak hours (Saturday afternoon).
Problem with Airtel? Try TNM.
Network down? Check out our guide on How to Deposit using TNM Mpamba to keep playing.