South Africa

Connectivity Overview

Tempest Telecom offered dial-up internet access, WiFi hotspot access and broadband ethernet access in South Africa. We also offered Iridium satellite Internet and Voice access in South Africa for communications in rural areas without infrastructure.

South Africa uses 230V at 50Hz. Power outlets are type C, D, M, N and telephone jacks are RJ-11.

Dial-up Internet Access

Tempest Telecom provided local dial-up access numbers in South Africa at $0.155/minute. Travelers could connect using any standard modem with an RJ-11 telephone adapter.

WiFi Hotspot Access

Tempest Telecom provided WiFi hotspot access in South Africa at $19.95/day for unlimited browsing.

Adapters & Power

Travelers from North America will need a power plug adapter. European Type C/F adapters are widely compatible.

Standard RJ-11 jacks are used. Most international modems will connect without an adapter.