MTN Speed Test - Test Your Speed
Test your MTN internet speed in South Africa
www.mtn.co.zaMTN is South Africa's largest mobile network operator and one of the biggest telecommunications companies in Africa, serving over 300 million subscribers across 16 countries. MTN offers fibre, 5G, and 4G LTE home internet services in South Africa. Test your MTN connection to measure actual download, upload, and latency performance.
About MTN
MTN Group was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. The company launched as one of the first mobile operators in South Africa and has since expanded across Africa and the Middle East. MTN South Africa provides mobile voice, data, fibre broadband, and 5G home internet services.
In 2025 MTN became the first African-headquartered telco to surpass 300 million subscribers globally, making it the sixth-largest mobile operator in the world. MTN also operates Supersonic, its fibre ISP subsidiary, for residential fibre services.
MTN Plans and Services
MTN offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.
MTN Home Fibre plans start from ZAR 279 per month for 25 Mbps with uncapped data, free router, and free installation. Higher speed fibre tiers are available depending on the fibre network operator in your area.
MTN also offers 5G home internet through its Shesha range, with Shesha 200 providing 200 GB of data at ZAR 330 per month and Shesha 600 offering 600 GB at ZAR 400 per month. All fibre plans include free delivery and a free-to-use router. MTN mobile data packages are also available for on-the-go connectivity.
MTN Internet Plans
| Plan | Speed | Price | Features |
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| Home Fibre 25 Mbps fiber | 25 Mbps | ZAR 279/month |
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| Home Fibre 100 Mbps fiber | 100 Mbps | ZAR 549/month |
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| Shesha 200 (5G) fixed-wireless | Up to 5G speeds | ZAR 330/month |
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| Shesha 600 (5G) fixed-wireless | Up to 5G speeds | ZAR 400/month |
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Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact MTN for current offers.
Mobile Data Settings
Need to configure your MTN mobile data? View the complete APN settings for Android and iOS devices.
View MTN APN SettingsTest Your MTN Speed
Run a free speed test to check if MTN delivers the speeds you are paying for. Test during peak evening hours for the most realistic results. Compare your results against MTN advertised speeds above.
MTN Speed Test FAQ
How fast is MTN internet in South Africa?
MTN internet speeds vary by connection type. MTN fibre plans offer speeds from 25 Mbps to 1 Gbps depending on the fibre network operator in your area. MTN 5G home internet delivers download speeds typically ranging from 100 to 500 Mbps where 5G coverage is available. MTN 4G LTE speeds average between 20 and 60 Mbps. Run a speed test to check your actual MTN connection performance against your plan speed.
How do I test my MTN speed?
Use the speed test tool on this page to measure your MTN download speed, upload speed, and ping latency. For the most accurate fibre results, connect your device to the router with an ethernet cable. For mobile speed tests on 4G or 5G, ensure you have strong signal strength and close background applications. The test completes in approximately 30 seconds and provides a clear comparison against your subscribed plan speed.
What is the difference between MTN fibre and 5G home internet?
MTN fibre uses a physical fibre-optic cable connection to your home, delivering consistent and stable speeds from 25 Mbps to 1 Gbps with uncapped data. MTN 5G home internet uses wireless 5G signals and provides speeds that vary based on signal strength, distance from the tower, and network congestion. Fibre is available only where fibre network operators have infrastructure, while 5G is available in MTN 5G coverage areas, primarily in urban centers across South Africa.
Does MTN offer uncapped internet?
Yes, MTN fibre plans include uncapped data with no fair usage policy on all speed tiers. MTN 5G home internet packages like Shesha 200 and Shesha 600 provide large data allocations but are not unlimited. Shesha 200 includes 100 GB at 5G speeds plus 100 GB at 10 Mbps for ZAR 330 per month. Shesha 600 includes 300 GB at 5G speeds plus 300 GB at 20 Mbps for ZAR 400 per month. Choose fibre for truly uncapped data usage.