What is the IP address to join MinecraftSA?
Use play.minecraftsa.co.za as the server address. This single address works for both Minecraft: Java Edition and Minecraft: Bedrock Edition.
Low ping, a friendly community and endless adventure — all hosted right here in SA. Grab your friends and join the fun today.
play.minecraftsa.co.zaOne address. Java + Bedrock. Free.
Open Minecraft → Multiplayer → Add Server → paste the IP → Join!
Chapter 01 — The Overworld
MinecraftSA is hosted right here in South Africa, so whether you're playing from Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, or anywhere else in the country, your connection stays local instead of routing overseas. That local hosting is what keeps ping low and gameplay smooth for South African players on both Java and Bedrock Edition — one free, community-run server, one address, every city.
Chapter 02 — Why Play Here
Built by South African players, for South African players.
Local hosting means smooth, lag-free gameplay for players across South Africa.
Play from PC, mobile or console — everyone is welcome on the same server.
Active, welcoming players and staff. Make friends and build together.
Anti-grief protection and dedicated moderators keep your builds secure.
Explore survival worlds or jump into fast-paced minigames anytime.
We aim for reliable 24/7 uptime so your adventure rarely has to stop.
Chapter 03 — The Cavern
Score points, dodge the gaps, and see if you can beat your own high score — no download required.
Tap or click the game, or press Space / ↑ to jump.
Chapter 04 — The Archive
Use play.minecraftsa.co.za as the server address. This single address works for both Minecraft: Java Edition and Minecraft: Bedrock Edition.
Yes. MinecraftSA supports cross-play between Minecraft: Java Edition and Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, so PC, console, and mobile players can all join using the same server address.
Yes, joining and playing on MinecraftSA is free. There is no cost or paywall to connect and play.
Yes, MinecraftSA is hosted locally in South Africa. Players connecting from within South Africa can generally expect lower latency (ping) than on servers hosted overseas, for smoother gameplay.
Open Minecraft, go to the Multiplayer menu (Java) or Servers tab (Bedrock), add a new server using the address play.minecraftsa.co.za, then select it from your server list and click Join or Play.
No. MinecraftSA is an independent, community-run server and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Mojang Studios or Microsoft. Minecraft is a trademark of Mojang AB.
MinecraftSA offers survival gameplay and minigames within an active community, with anti-grief protection for player builds, and aims for reliable 24/7 uptime.
Chapter 05 — The Path
You'll be playing in under a minute.
Launch Minecraft (Java or Bedrock Edition) and click Multiplayer.
Click Add Server and enter the IP: play.minecraftsa.co.za
Select the server, hit Join, and start your adventure.
First Light
Copy the IP and join our growing South African Minecraft community.
play.minecraftsa.co.zaOne address. Java + Bedrock. Free.