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4 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
South Africa: MTN taps motorbike delivery to speed Up 5G rollout
MTN South Africa has launched a rapid SIM card and home connectivity delivery pilot, offering customers in parts of Johannesburg a Shesh@5G package within just two hours of ordering. The new Shesh@5G Motor Bike SIM Delivery Service forms part of the mobile network's push to offer 'a modern connected life' by combining fast 5G home internet access with instant service. Customers place orders online, and within hours, a delivery rider arrives with their SIM card or connectivity package. They can then self-RICA via the MTN app and connect immediately. 'No more waiting 24 to 48 hours for delivery. No more standing in queues,' said Tania Ladopoulou, general manager for Online and Telesales at MTN South Africa. 'We are putting our customers first by delivering convenience, speed, and connection right to their doorstep.' The pilot follows MTN's recent announcement that over 1.2 million customers will receive 4G smartphones for R99 as part of its Smartphone For All initiative. Ladopoulou said the Shesh@5G delivery model is part of MTN's broader strategy to deepen digital inclusion. 'This is not just about faster service, it's about inclusion. We believe that everyone deserves a modern connected life, and they shouldn't have to wait for it.' The service currently operates in select Johannesburg suburbs and is expected to roll out nationally if successful. All rights reserved. © 2022. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
IOL News
4 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
One of SA's largest mobile operators launches exciting new delivery service
The motorbike-based delivery service is currently being rolled out in selected areas of Johannesburg and is intended to give customers quicker access to MTN's 5G connectivity services. Image: Ayanda Ndamane / Independent Media One of South Africa's largest mobile operators, MTN, has introduced a new pilot service called Shesh@5G, offering SIM card and home internet package deliveries within two hours. In recent years, South Africa has seen significant growth in delivery services, with companies such as Checkers Sixty60, Uber Eats, Mr D, and Takealot expanding rapidly. The motorbike-based delivery service is currently being rolled out in selected areas of Johannesburg and is intended to give customers quicker access to MTN's 5G connectivity services. This initiative follows MTN's recent 'Smartphone For All' campaign, which plans to provide over 1.2 million customers with 4G smartphones for R99. Tania Ladopoulou, General Manager for Online and Telesales at MTN South Africa, said that the mobile operator focused on ensuring that "our Home customers enjoy the best possible experience". 'This is another ambition to bring seamless 5G Home connectivity to customers. As South Africa's best and strong 5G network, we are focused on ensuring that our Home customers enjoy the best possible experience with the country's most reliable and fastest 5G coverage. 'No more waiting 24 to 48 hours for delivery. No more standing in queues with this new service, we are putting our customers first by delivering convenience, speed, and connection right to their doorstep.' According to MTN, customers can place orders through the company's digital platforms. A motorbike courier then delivers the SIM card or home internet package within two hours. Customers can also complete self-registration using the MTN app, allowing them to activate services quickly after delivery. 'This is not just about faster service, it's about inclusion,' said Ladopoulou. 'We believe that everyone deserves a modern connected life, and they shouldn't have to wait for it. Whether you're connecting for the first time or upgrading to Shesh@5G, MTN is putting the power of instant connectivity in your hands.' IOL Business Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel
