In Mzansi, data isn’t just about browsing. It’s a lifeline. From job hunting and online classes to keeping side hustles alive and scrolling through TikTok, staying connected matters. But for way too many young South Africans, high data costs mean missed chances and locked doors.
Enter Opera Mini, coming through with the perfect combo of creativity and connectivity. On 22 May, they launched the #OperaMiniDataDance — a TikTok challenge that’s turning up the vibe and handing out up to five years of airtime in return.
Here’s how it works:
Opera Mini dropped an original amapiano track made with African artists. Now, they want you to dance your heart out on TikTok using the track and the hashtag #operaminidatadance. The best, boldest, most creative entries stand to win serious airtime. And we’re talking months or even years of it.
Why this matters?
Because a recent survey by Opera Mini showed that 62% of South Africans aged 16 to 35 say data is just too expensive. And nearly everyone agreed that affordable data would change their lives. So, instead of another billboard or boring ad, Opera Mini is meeting the youth where they are and giving them something back.
Opera Mini’s browser already helps users save big on data with content compression, ad blocking, and image-quality controls. If you’re with MTN, you also get 3GB free every month — no contracts, no drama.
It’s more than a campaign. It’s a celebration of culture, hustle, and the power of being online. So lace up, hit record, and show the country how you move. Because with Opera Mini, your data works as hard as you do.
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