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Africa eSIM — reviews & details

Africa 3GB 30Days · 3 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $21.60
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 66%
4 ★ 22%
3 ★ 9%
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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Pablo R.

Turkey · Aug 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Grace Grace eSIM TopUp Support · 5 days ago

So glad to hear this, Pablo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Come back anytime! – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Beatriz D.

Vietnam · Aug 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Africa. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.

David David eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Cheers, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Camila K.

Italy · Aug 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Thanks for sharing, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Isabella F.

Australia · Aug 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Sophie Sophie eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Thanks a lot, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie

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Chloe M.

UAE · Aug 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Emma Emma eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Cheers, Chloe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Camila D.

Germany · Aug 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

So glad to hear this, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Wei S.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

So glad to hear this, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Enjoy your journeys! — Ingrid

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Wei B.

Portugal · Jul 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Mark Mark eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Thanks a lot, Wei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Come back anytime! — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Pablo W.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Laura Laura eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Thank you for the kind words, Pablo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜

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Giulia L.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Africa. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.

Anna Anna eSIM TopUp Support · 2 weeks ago

Thank you for the kind words, Giulia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Somchai K.

United Kingdom · Jul 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Africa. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Yuki Yuki eSIM TopUp Support · 2 weeks ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Yuki

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Sofia V.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Ken Ken eSIM TopUp Support · 2 weeks ago

Thanks for sharing, Sofia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Ken 💜

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Carlos N.

Ireland · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Africa. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Ingrid Ingrid eSIM TopUp Support · 2 weeks ago

Thanks a lot, Carlos! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. – Ingrid 💜

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Omar N.

Germany · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

David David eSIM TopUp Support · 2 weeks ago

Really appreciate this, Omar! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Nguyen F.

Malaysia · Jul 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Laura Laura eSIM TopUp Support · 3 weeks ago

Thank you so much, Nguyen! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Africa eSIM cost?

The Africa 3GB 30Days plan costs $21.60 for 3 GB over 30 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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Mei D. · 1 week ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Sofia R. · 3 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Mateo P. · 3 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Fatima M. · 3 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

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Katya G. · 4 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Ethan K. · 5 months ago

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

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Andre T. · 6 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Somchai K. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Kenji M. · 11 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Nadia N. · 1 year ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Hugo L. · 1 year ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Giulia G. · 1 year ago

Which networks does this connect to?