Africa eSIM — reviews & details
Africa 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
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
Kenji F.
Canada · Jun 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Kenji! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Sophie
Max F.
Poland · May 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Max! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
Ava M.
Indonesia · May 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Mark
Nadia C.
Australia · May 2025
Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Priya, eSIM TopUp Support
Noah T.
Singapore · May 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Noah! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna 💜
Lea K.
Germany · May 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Lea. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Africa. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — Omar
Isabella H.
Mexico · May 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Isabella. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Africa. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Tom 💜
Liam V.
Singapore · May 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Africa. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Liam! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego 💜
Daniel H.
Poland · May 2025
Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Daniel! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki 💜
Pablo N.
United States · May 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Pablo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. — Laura
James V.
Germany · May 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Africa. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, James! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — David, eSIM TopUp Support
Sophia M.
Thailand · May 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Sophia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support
Wei B.
United States · May 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Wei! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. — Grace
James W.
Switzerland · May 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Africa. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, James! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
Ravi B.
India · May 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – David, 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
Nguyen M. · 2 weeks ago
Which networks does this connect to?
Sri S. · 3 weeks ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Isabella D. · 1 month ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Yuki B. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Haruto S. · 5 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
Ryan S. · 7 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Min-jun H. · 7 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Wei L. · 7 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Louis D. · 8 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Lea P. · 8 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Haruto N. · 1 year ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Ji-woo C. · 1 year ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.