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USSD Code – Complete List of South African USSD Codes & Shortcuts
USSD codes make it easy to manage your bank account from any mobile phone – but there are times when you may want to stop using or secure your First Bank USSD code, especially if your phone is lost, stolen, or you no longer want mobile banking on that device. This guide explains how to…
USSD Code To Borrow Airtime On MTN: Complete Guide For South Africa If you need airtime urgently on MTN and can’t recharge immediately, MTN’s “borrow airtime” service (often called MTN Xtra Time) lets eligible prepaid customers get airtime in advance using a simple USSD code. This guide explains the USSD code to borrow airtime on…
USSD Code: Sparkle Bank USSD Code (Full Guide) Sparkle Bank offers mobile-first digital banking services targeted primarily at Nigerian customers. One of the most convenient ways to access some banking features on Nigerian banks is through USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) codes. However, as of the latest available information, Sparkle Bank operates primarily via its…
USSD Code Guide: How to Activate Access Bank USSD Code in 2026 If you bank with Access Bank and want quick, mobile access to your account without using data or a smartphone app, activating the Access Bank USSD code is the fastest way to start. This guide explains what the Access Bank USSD code is,…
USSD Code: What Does “USSD Code Running” Mean on Android? If you’ve ever dialed a shortcode on your Android phone and seen a pop‑up saying “USSD code running…”, you’ve interacted with a technology called USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data). This message can confuse many users, especially if it appears unexpectedly. This guide explains what “USSD…
USSD Code Guide: Facebook USSD Code in South Africa Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) codes are short numeric commands you dial on your phone (usually starting with * and ending with #) to access network services without using data or a smartphone app. In South Africa, USSD is widely used for balance checks, airtime transfer,…
USSD Code means Unstructured Supplementary Service Data, a mobile communication technology that allows instant interaction with network services (Lifewire).
Most network service codes (like balance checks) are free. Some premium services may charge a small fee per session.
Yes! USSD Code works through your mobile network, not the internet.
This can happen if the code has changed, the format is wrong, or your SIM/network temporarily lost connection.
Yes — provided you only use official bank or network USSD Code menus. Avoid sharing confidential details outside official menus.