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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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Camila F.

Spain · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Grace Grace eSIM TopUp Support · 2 weeks ago

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

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Ryan R.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Sara Sara eSIM TopUp Support · 3 weeks ago

Thank you so much, Ryan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara 💜

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Ravi S.

United States · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Sara Sara eSIM TopUp Support · 3 weeks ago

Thanks for sharing, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Linh V.

Mexico · Jul 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Africa. Would definitely buy again.

Grace Grace eSIM TopUp Support · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for the kind words, Linh! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ingrid T.

Mexico · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Tom Tom eSIM TopUp Support · 4 weeks ago

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

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Hugo R.

United States · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Yuki Yuki eSIM TopUp Support · 4 weeks ago

Thanks a lot, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Omar R.

Vietnam · Jul 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

David David eSIM TopUp Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Omar! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David 💜

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Ava D.

Brazil · Jul 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki eSIM TopUp Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ava! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Diego T.

Japan · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

David David eSIM TopUp Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Somchai G.

Indonesia · Jul 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Emma Emma eSIM TopUp Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ethan G.

Spain · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.

Yuki Yuki eSIM TopUp Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Ethan! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Wei S.

Poland · Jul 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Africa. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Tom Tom eSIM TopUp Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Wei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Tom 💜

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Diego N.

India · Jul 2026

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

Emma Emma eSIM TopUp Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Come back anytime! – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Lucia C.

Italy · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Would definitely buy again.

Emma Emma eSIM TopUp Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Lucia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ravi D.

Mexico · Jul 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie eSIM TopUp Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Ravi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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. · 7 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.