NSIMBI Upkeep
Empowering Students, Supporting Parents
Smarter Pocket Money. Stronger Futures.
At NSIMBI, we believe that every child deserves more than just an education, they deserve the life skills to thrive. That’s why we created NSIMBI Upkeep, a revolutionary pocket money and savings solution built for children and their families.
With one simple USSD code, parents can send upkeep money to their children safely, while students learn how to spend wisely, save regularly, and plan for the future.
- Dial *217*259# on your phone
- Enter your child’s NSIMBI Key and the amount to send
- Confirm the details
- Funds are instantly loaded onto the student’s NSIMBI prepaid card
- Students tap to pay at school canteens or can withdraw at partner agents
- Parents receive alerts when balances are low to easily top-up
It’s cashless. It’s secure. And it’s connected.
- Safe & Secure: No more lost or stolen cash
- Real-Time Monitoring: Know when your child is low on funds
- Convenient: Send upkeep from any mobile phone, anytime
- Savings Culture: Your child learns to manage money early
“With NSIMBI Upkeep, I know my daughter is eating, learning to save, and becoming responsible, even before she turns 18.”
— A proud parent from Kabale
We reward students who choose to save part of their upkeep:
- Students can automatically save 25% of every deposit
- NSIMBI gives a 5% bonus on all saved funds
- Savings are locked until the holiday, encouraging discipline
These aren’t just transactions, they’re transformational lessons in financial responsibility.
Join the NSIMBI Upkeep Ecosystem
- Reduce risks and inefficiencies from handling cash
- Promote financial literacy as part of your school’s culture
- Access real-time transaction reports for canteen owners and student insights
- Become part of the NSIMBI Finance Club movement
Every school enrolled with NSIMBI Upkeep can launch a NSIMBI Finance Club—a fun, student-led group focused on saving, budgeting, and promoting entrepreneurship within the school.
Learn more here → NSIMBI Finance Clubs Page.
Enroll Today!
It takes just few seconds
Safe. Simple. Transformative.
NSIMBI Upkeep is more than a product—it’s a mission to build a financially responsible generation, starting with your child.
Every shilling you send is a step towards your child’s independence.