AfriMoney has launched a new digital credit service, “Trust Fuel,” aimed at supporting keke and okada riders with daily fuel access, as part of efforts to ease operational constraints within the transport sector. The launch took place on Thursday 26th March, 2026 at the Africell Headquarters in Wilberforce, Freetown.

The initiative enables registered riders to access fuel equivalent to three litres at the start of their workday and repay the cost later the same day. The service is designed to help riders maintain productivity even when they lack immediate cash.

Speaking at the launch, AfriMoney Chief Executive Officer Martison Obeng-Agyei stated that the company develops products with strong societal and economic relevance. He noted that Sierra Leone’s economy is heavily dependent on fuel, and fluctuations in global fuel prices have increased pressure on transport operators and the wider population.

He explained that limited access to fuel among riders could have broader economic implications, affecting mobility, trade, and access to essential services. He said the Trust Fuel service was introduced as a practical intervention to reduce such disruptions and sustain daily economic activity.

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Obeng-Agyei stated that riders registered on the platform would be able to borrow fuel equivalent to three litres, begin operations, and repay the amount within the same day. He added that users could access the service multiple times per day, provided previous transactions were settled.

He disclosed that the service is powered by AfriCredit, a credit institution licensed by the Bank of Sierra Leone, through a partnership that enables AfriMoney to extend credit facilities to its users.

He outlined that eligible riders must use an Africell SIM card, maintain an AfriMoney wallet, and belong to a recognized transport park for identification. Riders are also required to obtain a Tap to Pay card through their park leadership.

According to him, once a rider requests the Trust Fuel service, the monetary value of three litres of fuel is loaded onto the Tap to Pay card, which can then be used at partner fuel stations. He emphasized that the service does not provide cash, but strictly fuel access, with all transactions linked to the user’s AfriMoney wallet and confirmed via SMS notifications.

He further stated that AfriMoney guarantees access to the three litres regardless of fluctuations in fuel prices, while users are expected to repay promptly to sustain continued access. The service carries a four percent charge on the value of the borrowed fuel, applied based on the prevailing fuel price at the time of transaction.

Obeng-Agyei noted that the Trust Fuel service had already been rolled out in Makeni and would become available in Freetown from March 27, 2026. He encouraged riders to register through their respective parks, obtain their Tap to Pay cards, and begin using the service to support their daily operations.

Also speaking at the event, Corporate Sales Manager Alfred Lavalie highlighted the role of AfriCredit in expanding financial access through AfriMoney. He explained that users can access AfriCredit services by dialing *161# and selecting the financial services option.

He referenced other products offered by AfriCredit, including a Salary Advance facility designed to assist salaried workers in managing short term financial needs. He stated that eligibility for the service typically involves coordination with employers, allowing workers to access a portion of their salary in advance and repay through subsequent salary payments.

Lavalie emphasized that both AfriCredit and AfriMoney are focused on delivering simple and accessible financial solutions. He added that the Trust Fuel service also introduces tap to pay functionality at fuel stations, with end of day settlement arrangements aimed at improving efficiency for station operators.

He called on riders, businesses, and the general public to adopt the new service, noting its potential to improve financial inclusion and support economic activity within the transport sector.

The launch of Trust Fuel marks a significant step in leveraging digital financial services to address everyday challenges faced by transport operators, with potential ripple effects across Sierra Leone’s broader economy.