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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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Isabella G.

Sweden · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much, Isabella! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Katya D.

Mexico · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Thanks a lot, Katya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Laura 💜

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Diego D.

Japan · Jul 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Would definitely buy again.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

So glad to hear this, Diego! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Sophie 💜

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Min-jun T.

Ireland · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Really appreciate this, Min-jun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Omar N.

Turkey · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Africa. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Really appreciate this, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Come back anytime! – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Nadia D.

South Korea · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for the kind words, Nadia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid

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Linh M.

United Kingdom · Jul 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

We're really sorry, Linh. That's not the experience we want for Africa. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. — Sophie

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Louis C.

New Zealand · Jul 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Africa. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Really appreciate this, Louis! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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Wei R.

Japan · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego

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Linh H.

Saudi Arabia · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Africa. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 4 weeks ago

Thank you for the kind words, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura

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Anna W.

United Kingdom · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 4 weeks ago

Really appreciate this, Anna! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Budi H.

Germany · Jul 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Budi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ji-woo B.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Ji-woo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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Beatriz S.

New Zealand · Jul 2026

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Come back anytime! – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Louis R.

Portugal · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Louis! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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. · 6 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?