South Africa’s Melon Mobile hands-on tested — self-service RICA and data that never expires

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One MyBroadband forum member ordered a Melon Mobile SIM and shared their experience with the network.

They said the signup process was relatively straightforward, with everything happening within the Melon Mobile app, which is currently available for anyone to download from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

The signup requires an ID number, an existing cellphone number, and the client’s full name and delivery information. The SIM was delivered the day after they completed their registration.

So it does cost a bit more, but that is dramatically offset by the fact the data does not expire. That would be ideal for light usage users. But it does look like there is a monthly cost, so to benefit from the rollover, you really need to take a smaller package. There is also no eSIM option (seems this will be launched after 13 April 2023).

Nevertheless, it is good to see some new offering, and one that addresses a big issue many have had with expiring data. Time will tell, of course, whether the service survives into the future.

See https://mybroadband.co.za/news/cellular/486559-melon-mobile-hands-on-tested-self-service-rica-and-data-that-never-expires.html

source https://gadgeteer.co.za/south-africas-melon-mobile-hands-on-tested-self-service-rica-and-data-that-never-expires/