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Telkom Mobile South Africa USSD Code
Mobile Network Operator · Dial from any phone on any network
Telkom entered the cellular market under the brand 8ta in October 2010, after selling its stake in Vodacom two years earlier to build its own mobile network. 8ta attracted more than three million subscribers but was rebranded to Telkom Mobile in 2013 to align with its parent company's fixed-line brand and bundled service strategy.
Main USSD Code
*188#
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// HOW TO USE
Follow these simple steps to use Telkom USSD from any phone.
STEP 1
Dial *188#
Open your phone dialer and enter *188# on the Telkom network.
STEP 2
Select a Service
Choose from the menu: check your balance, buy airtime or data, or another self-service option.
STEP 3
Follow the Prompts
Complete the on-screen steps. You'll usually get an SMS confirmation.
// FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the USSD code for Telkom?
Dial
*188# from any phone on the Telkom network to access their self-service menu.How do I check my Telkom airtime balance?
Dial
*188# and select the balance option from the menu.How do I check my Telkom data balance?
Most networks include a data or bundle-balance option in the same menu you reach by dialing
*188#.Does Telkom USSD work on any phone?
Yes. USSD works on any phone, including basic feature phones, with no internet connection required.