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Whatsapp API

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Written by Pauline Ndegwa
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Good morning

Thank you for your interest in our services. Please see the whatsapp details below

We're happy to onboard you to our WhatsApp Business API. Before beginning the onboarding process, ensure you have the following requirements ready:

  • Verified Meta Business Profile: Your business must have a verified Meta (Facebook) Business account. Ensure you have the necessary permissions to manage your organization's Meta Business account.

  • Phone Number: A dedicated phone number for your WhatsApp Business API (if you need assistance obtaining one, please contact our support team). The phone number you use cannot be associated with an existing WhatsApp account (personal or business)

  • Onboarding Fee: USD 85 payment ready for processing

  • Monthly Maintenance: USD 50 in your wallet for monthly maintenance

Step-by-Step Onboarding Process

  • Step 1: Access the Onboarding Link

    • Click on this “Start Onboarding" link

    • You'll be redirected to the secure onboarding portal

  • Step 2: Map Your WhatsApp Profile to your Meta Business Profile

    • On the onboarding page, you'll see a form to enter your business details

    • Confirm that all business information matches your Meta Business Profile exactly

    • Create your WhatsApp business profile

  • Step 3: Number Verification

    • Input your dedicated phone number in the specified field

    • You may receive a verification code via SMS or voice call

    • Enter the verification code in the provided field

    • Wait for the system to validate your number (this typically takes 1-3 minutes)

  • Step 4: Receive Verification Notification

    • Upon successful verification, you'll receive a confirmation notification within 96 hours

    • This notification will be sent to both your registered email and displayed on the portal

    • The notification confirms that your WhatsApp Business number is now active

    • Keep this notification for your records

  • Step 5: Map Number to AT Username

    • In the final step, we will link your verified WhatsApp Business Account to your Africa's Talking username

    • Here's where you will be invoiced USD 85 (for setup) and USD 50 (for your first monthly maintenance installment)

    • This connection enables you to manage your WhatsApp API through your existing AT dashboard

    • You'll receive a final confirmation that your integration is complete

For a detailed walkthrough with screenshots, check out this article.

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WhatsApp pricing information is as follows:



The onboarding fee of USD 85 covers:

  • Initial setup and configuration

  • Number verification and mapping process

  • Technical support during onboarding

The monthly maintenance fee of USD 50 covers:

  • Access to Africa's Talking's WhatsApp API infrastructure

  • Technical support and configuration

Do not hesitate to reach out in case you would require any further assistance.

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