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WhatsApp for Business API

WhatsApp for Business API

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Written by Pauline Ndegwa
Updated this week

We are glad to support you in getting started with Africa’s Talking WhatsApp for Business API .

Please see the guide below to help you through the onboarding process.

Confirm you have the following:-

  1. Facebook Business Manager ID

  2. Your Business Name

  3. Phone Number to be linked to the WhatsApp account (Note: This number must not already be registered on WhatsApp. You’ll also need to verify ownership via SMS or a voice call.

Business Activation Process

Once you have the above:

Click this link and follow the steps to begin the WhatsApp Business registration process.

Ensure you have access to your organization's Meta Business Profile. When the steps are completed, kindly wait between 48 and 72 hours for Meta to verify your WhatsApp Business Profile.

If verification is successful, we will send you an invoice. Once payment is made, we will map your WhatsApp profile to your Africa's Talking account.

As for integration, you can access our documentation here that will guide you on the process.

You can then proceed to testing and start using the service. Let us know if you have any questions.

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