Mahala Minute

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USSD service offering free calls in South Africa, funded by audio advertising from brands.

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About Mahala Minute

Mahala Minute offers free phone calls in South Africa that are funded by audio advertising. Users register by dialling *120*735* and then place calls by dialling *120*735* followed by the number, on any major network, including Cell C, MTN, Telkom and Vodacom. The site notes that standard rates apply.

For brands, the service is a channel for audio adverts that reach South Africans as they make calls. Its LinkedIn page describes ad-funded free one-minute calls via USSD. Mahala Minute was founded in South Africa in 2024.

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Frequently asked about Mahala Minute

Where is Mahala Minute based and when was it founded?
Mahala Minute is headquartered in South Africa and was founded in 2024.
What sector is Mahala Minute in?
Mahala Minute operates in AdTech and Telecommunications.