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Africa eSIM — reviews & details

Africa 1GB 7Days · 1 GB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $8.55
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Botswana Mascom 3G Orange 4G
  • Burkina Faso Orange 4G
  • Central African Republic Orange 3G
  • Chad Airtel 4G
  • Cote d'Ivoire Orange 4G
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo Orange 4G Airtel 4G
  • Egypt Orange 5G Etisalat 5G
  • Eswatini Swazi MTN 4G Swazi Mobile 4G
  • Gabon Airtel 4G
  • Ghana Vodafone 4G MTN 4G AirtelTigo 3G
  • Guinea-Bissau MTN Areeba 3G
  • Kenya Airtel 5G
  • Liberia Lonestar Cell MTN 4G
  • Madagascar Airtel 4G
  • Malawi Airtel 4G
  • Mali Orange 5G
  • Morocco Orange Morocco 4G
  • Niger Orange 3G Airtel 3G
  • Nigeria MTN 5G Airtel 4G
  • Republic of the Congo Airtel 4G
  • Reunion Orange 5G
  • Senegal Orange 4G
  • Seychelles Airtel 4G
  • South Africa MTN 5G Vodacom 4G Cell C 4G Telkom 4G
  • Sudan MTN 4G
  • Tanzania Airtel 5G Vodacom 5G
  • Tunisia Orange 5G
  • Uganda Airtel 4G MTN 4G
  • Zambia Airtel 5G MTN 4G

Traveller reviews

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Max M.

Philippines · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Mark Mark eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Max! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Lucas H.

New Zealand · Mar 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Sara Sara eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Thanks a lot, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Come back anytime! – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Lea R.

UAE · Mar 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Africa. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Yuki Yuki eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Lea! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Fatima C.

Canada · Mar 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

Yuki Yuki eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Fatima! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki

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Sarah D.

Vietnam · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Ken Ken eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sarah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ken

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Linh L.

Indonesia · Mar 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Omar Omar eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Linh! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. – Omar 💜

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Isabella L.

Brazil · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Made staying connected effortless.

Priya Priya eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Priya

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Emma P.

Canada · Mar 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Omar Omar eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Emma! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support

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Lucas S.

United Kingdom · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Omar Omar eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Lucas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar 💜

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Somchai K.

Turkey · Mar 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

Emma Emma eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Somchai! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma

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Yuki P.

Canada · Mar 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Africa. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Laura Laura eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Yuki! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Laura

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Chloe C.

Germany · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Chloe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Sara

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Sophia P.

Poland · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in Africa. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.

Omar Omar eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Sophia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜

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Linh W.

Japan · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.

Laura Laura eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Hana G.

Mexico · Mar 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Laura Laura eSIM TopUp Support · 4 months ago

Thanks a lot, Hana! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Africa eSIM cost?

The Africa 1GB 7Days plan costs $8.55 for 1 GB over 7 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Africa eSIM?

Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the eSIM TopUp app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Africa.

Will this eSIM work on my phone?

It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.

Can I keep my regular number?

Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Africa.

Comments & questions

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Sven D. · 3 weeks ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Min-jun K. · 1 month ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Sofia W. · 2 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Lucia M. · 3 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Giulia T. · 5 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Ravi P. · 5 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

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Lea V. · 5 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Somchai T. · 6 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Ravi M. · 7 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Pablo L. · 8 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

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Giulia F. · 11 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Isabella W. · 1 year ago

Which networks does this connect to?