MTN uses its melon to launch Pi, its new affordable and flexible network

MTN South Africa, familiar with the gibes about its prices, has launched Pi — a digital network operator that’s technically separate from MTN, but that still leverages the operator’s network. It’s brought flexible packages to celebrate its launch, only made better by some spectacular deals in the first three months.

Pi, which covers both mobile data and home internet 5G solutions, does away with the typical business structure. There are no contracts, call centres, or credit checks to worry about. The only worries are customers trying to snag 20GB of data for R1 or getting faster 5G internet speeds during the first three months of launch.

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This is what Pi is offering customers willing to take a bet on it during its initial launch. Even if you aren’t convinced by flashy deals, its core offerings appear to be good value. For instance, 5GB of Anytime Data will cost customers R99, while 80GB is R400. 5G home internet is another story.

“With Pi, customers can build a plan that works for them. They can choose how much data they need and add minutes and SMS whenever required… Customers can easily keep their existing number or choose a new one and be connected instantly via eSIM or by ordering a physical SIM – with every step in the customer’s hands,” it said.

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Customers only need the app (Android, iOS, AppGallery) to manage and customise their plans. The network operator uses eSIMs for mobile data plans, while home internet requires a physical SIM. The account creator can have up to ten users under their name, each addition unlocking “incremental savings.” The first added unlocks 5% savings, the second 10%, and so on, to a maximum of 20%.

Whether you’re keeping your old number or starting fresh, Pi won’t punish you for any unspent mobile data. Not right away, at least. Mobile data remains active for up to twelve months after purchase, allowing you to better budget your data escapades. Many of the larger operators typically set a month-long limit on data.

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