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Africa eSIM — reviews & details

Africa 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $31.50
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 7%
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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Hugo S.

Vietnam · Oct 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, eSIM TopUp Support

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Somchai P.

Vietnam · Oct 2025

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Come back anytime! — Sara

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Sofia W.

United Kingdom · Oct 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Sofia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Omar 💜

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Marco R.

India · Oct 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Africa. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Marco! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Tom

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Omar R.

Portugal · Oct 2025

✓ Verified

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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Zoe P.

Ireland · Oct 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Africa. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Zoe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura 💜

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Zoe B.

India · Oct 2025

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Zoe. That's not the experience we want for Africa. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – Ingrid 💜

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Omar F.

Germany · Oct 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Omar! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Come back anytime! — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support

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Wei T.

India · Oct 2025

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Wei! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura

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Liam M.

UAE · Oct 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

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

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Kenji D.

Philippines · Oct 2025

✓ Verified

Great value compared to roaming charges in Africa. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Kenji! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. We're here whenever you travel again. — David

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Anna S.

Portugal · Oct 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Anna! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support

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Katya K.

Japan · Oct 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Katya. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ingrid F.

Brazil · Oct 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ingrid! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support

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Grace N.

UAE · Sep 2025

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Grace! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Sara 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Africa eSIM cost?

The Africa 5GB 30Days plan costs $31.50 for 5 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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Nguyen M. · 2 weeks ago

Which networks does this connect to?

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Sri S. · 3 weeks ago

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

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Isabella D. · 1 month ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Yuki B. · 3 months ago

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

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Haruto S. · 5 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Ryan S. · 7 months ago

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

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Min-jun H. · 7 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Wei L. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Louis D. · 8 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Lea P. · 8 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Haruto N. · 1 year ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Ji-woo C. · 1 year ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.