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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

All 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1★
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Ava V.

United Kingdom · May 2025

✓ Verified

Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Min-jun H.

Canada · May 2025

✓ Verified

Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Min-jun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Nguyen V.

Poland · May 2025

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Nguyen! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support

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Wei P.

UAE · May 2025

✓ Verified

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Wei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ingrid G.

Vietnam · May 2025

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. – Tom 💜

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Ji-woo G.

Thailand · May 2025

✓ Verified

Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Africa.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ji-woo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Diego K.

Germany · May 2025

✓ Verified

Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Elena L.

Japan · May 2025

✓ Verified

Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Elena! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ingrid R.

Germany · May 2025

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James

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Camila P.

France · May 2025

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Africa.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Beatriz T.

South Korea · May 2025

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Yuki M.

UAE · Apr 2025

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Yuki. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Africa. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ravi N.

Philippines · Apr 2025

✓ Verified

Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Africa. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ravi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ken

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Mohammed R.

United States · Apr 2025

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Mohammed! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma 💜

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James P.

Australia · Apr 2025

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, James! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. — Mark, 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. · 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.