Kakamega County Management accepts parking payments through use of USSD code *537# , Mpesa Paybill or by use of cash method.
These parking methods apply across key towns and sub-counties including Kakamega Town, Butere, Mumias, Malava, Lugari, Khwisero, and Ikolomani.
You’ll need to pay for street parking in zones in locations such as Kakamega CBD, Bukhungu Stadium area, Mumias Complex, Butere Town Centre, and major markets like Khwisero Market and Malava Bus Park.
How to pay for Street parking in Kakamega County using USSD code *537# (SENSEPAY )
- Dial *537# on your mobile phone.
- If not registered, enter your first name, last name, and ID number, then create a PIN.
- After registration, dial *537# again and enter your PIN to log in.
- Select Option 2 – Street Parking.
- Select your sub county: Butere, Ikolomani, Kakamega Municipality or Khwisero Sub-county
- Select your vehicle type: Saloon Car/Taxi, Pickup, Minibus, Lorry, Trailer, or Bus.
- Enter your vehicle registration number.
- Confirm the parking details.
- You will receive an STK push—enter your M-PESA PIN to complete the payment.
- You’ll receive an SMS confirmation as proof of payment.
Parking fee example: KES 100 per day for saloon cars and taxis.
Steps to pay for Street parking in Kakamega County using M-PESA Paybill
- Open M-PESA on your phone.
- Select Lipa na M-PESA > Paybill.
- Enter Business Number: 003737.
- Enter Account Number: Your vehicle registration number (e.g., KAA123A).
- Enter the amount (e.g., 100).
- Enter your M-PESA PIN and press OK.
- Wait for an SMS confirmation from M-PESA as proof of payment.
Process to pay for Street parking in Kakamega County manually using Cash
- Visit the nearest county revenue office in Kakamega, Mumias, Butere, or Malaba.
- Provide your vehicle number and parking zone details.
- Pay the required parking fee in cash (ask for rates if not displayed)
- You will receive a manual receipt.
- Display the receipt on your vehicle dashboard if necessary.
Kakamega County supports both digital and manual payment methods to ensure convenience for all motorists.
However, residents are encouraged to use the *537# USSD platform or Paybill 003737 for faster, more secure, and traceable transactions.