Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about DigiMali
ELECTRICITY SERVICES
DigiMali supports prepaid electricity for:
- Eskom
- Municipal prepaid providers
- Private prepaid electricity suppliers
How to buy prepaid electricity:
- Select Vend Prepaid Electricity
- Select Purchase Prepaid Token
- Enter meter number
- Enter amount (minimum R20)
- Choose payment method
- Confirm purchase
Your token will:
- Display on screen
- Be sent via SMS
Minimum purchase: R20
Maximum: No maximum on DigiMali (supplier limits may apply)
Yes. If you qualify for FBE, you can redeem it on DigiMali.
How to redeem:
- Select Prepaid Electricity
- Select Free Basic Electricity
- Enter meter number
There are two ways to view your previous electricity purchases:
1. List Recent Tokens
Shows the last 3 electricity purchases for the meter, even if not bought on DigiMali.
Access via:
Vend Prepaid Electricity → List Recent Tokens
2. Previous Transactions
Shows all DigiMali purchases, including:
- Electricity
- Airtime/Data
Access via:
Your Name → Previous Transactions
The Previous Transactions page contains two columns:
- Electricity (default view)
- Airtime/Data
You can log Eskom electricity faults via DigiMali.
How to access:
- Select Prepaid Electricity
- Select Report Fault
- Select issue
- Submit
You can view meter details such as:
- Supply Group Code (SGC)
- Key Revision Number (KRN)
- Token Technology
- Tariff Type
How to access:
Prepaid Electricity → Confirm Meter Details
If you didn't receive your token:
- Check for Pending Transaction
- Retry Complete Transaction
- Check SMS/email
- Check Previous Transactions
If the token doesn't work:
- Retry entering the token
- Recheck meter number
- Contact DigiMali support
AIRTIME & DATA SERVICES
DigiMali supports airtime & data for:
- Vodacom
- MTN
- Cell C
- Telkom
How to buy Airtime or Data:
- Select Airtime/Data
- Select Network
- Choose Airtime or Data
- Enter cellphone number
- If Airtime → Enter amount (minimum R20)
- If Data → Select validity + product
- Choose payment method
- Confirm purchase
The recharge is processed instantly.
Sometimes network congestion can delay delivery.
If this happens:
- Purchase may show Pending
- Retry Complete Transaction
- Most purchases clear within minutes
If still not received:
- Check Previous Transactions
If the bundle was delayed or misapplied by the mobile network, you may need to contact your network provider.
If you didn't receive your airtime or data:
- Check for Pending Transaction
- Retry Complete Transaction
- Check SMS/email
- Check Previous Transactions
If the recharge is delayed:
- Sometimes delays are caused by network congestion
- Most transactions complete within a few minutes
If you bought for the wrong cellphone number:
No refunds will be made for incorrect cellphone numbers.
If payment succeeded but the bundle was not received:
- Contact DigiMali for assistance
- If the recharge was already delivered to the mobile network, you may need to contact your network provider directly
🔐 COMMON / ACCOUNT / SUPPORT
How to register:
- Click Create Account
- Enter your details
- Verify via OTP
Do I need to log in every time?
Yes, for security and access.
Can I buy for someone else?
Yes, for both meters (Electricity) and cellphone numbers (Airtime or Data).
Can I reverse a purchase?
No. Once a token or voucher is issued, it cannot be reversed.
Is DigiMali secure?
Yes. DigiMali uses encrypted systems and secure payment gateways.
How do I contact support?
support@digimali.co.za
063 902 9095
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