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Everyone gets a 14-Day Free Trial

We’re giving you two weeks to experience our fully customisable, and super flexible, mobile network with 5GB Data plus unlimited Calls & Texts, for free. Once your trial is up, you’ll automatically be placed on our 5GB Unlimited Plan for R199pm - unless you change plans or cancel before your trial ends.

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Get immediate help over WhatsApp.

Enjoy the flexibility of month-to-month plans.

Save money, every month, on Voice & Data.

We're backed by MTN, so you're covered wherever you go.

Here’s how to get your free trial:

Before long, you’ll be a Melon test pilot, discovering the freedom, flexibility and control of Melon Mobile.

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Click “Start Free Trial” near the top of this page.

First page of Melon Mobile register screen

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Register using your social logins or email address.

Melon Mobile free trial verification page to check your ID

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To verify it's you, enter your SA ID or Passport number.

If you’ve previously registered with us, you’ll need to chat to one of our support team members.
Melon Mobile free trial page to choose your sim

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Choose a SIM. Get a physical SIM delivered or download an eSIM.

If you already have a Melon SIM, you can use that.
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You’ll now pay using your debit or credit card.

Time to checkout. The trial itself is free, but we do have to charge R30 delivery free for a physical SIM and R5 SIM Activation Fee.
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Download the Melon Mobile App and select “Login”.

Melon Mobile app screen after a user has logged in

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Follow the in-app instructions to RICA and Activate your SIM.

Your free trial only starts once you have activated your SIM.

Isn’t it time you loved your mobile network again?

"Blown Away!"

“I have been blown away by the ease and convenience of Melon mobile”

Anthony - Dainfern
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"Best Service"

"Melon Mobile 5/5. Your customer service is amazing"

Quinton H
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"Simple Sign-Up"

"Chatting to the agents over WhatsApp made the onboarding process so easy. 5 Stars."

Allouise
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"Great Network"

"I’ve never had a problem with network coverage. I’m always connected”

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"Instant Support"

"I don’t think there’s a better customer service team out there. Keep up the great work Melon!”

Valerie
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