Is MTN down right now?

No problems detected. We check official updates, network notices, the website and user reports every few minutes.

What should I do if MTN isn't working?

Switch flight mode on and off to reconnect to the network. Check your data or airtime balance with the network's USSD code. Use Wi-Fi calling if you have fibre or Wi-Fi.

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Is MTN down?

No problems detected

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Why we say this

No problems in official updates, our checks or user reports.

Problem reports, last 24 hours

Latest updates

2026-10-13 21:18
Looks resolved
No problems detected for 20 minutes.
2026-10-13 20:54
Problem detected: Website very slow
Website is very slow (8s)
2026-10-13 20:42
Looks resolved
No problems detected for 20 minutes.
2026-10-13 20:19
Problem detected: Website very slow
Website is very slow (14s)

If MTN isn't working

Is it down for everyone? Ask someone on the same network nearby whether they have signal. If they don't either, it's likely the network.

Switch flight mode on and off to reconnect to the network.
Check your data or airtime balance with the network's USSD code.
Use Wi-Fi calling if you have fibre or Wi-Fi.
Tell @MTNza on X. Companies respond faster when many people post.
Call MTN customer care on 083 135.

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