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
Sarah H.
United Kingdom · Mar 2025
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Sarah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — James
Budi W.
UAE · Mar 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Made staying connected effortless.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Budi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. – Priya, eSIM TopUp Support
Ethan B.
India · Mar 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Ethan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Tom 💜
Aisha B.
UAE · Mar 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Aisha! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support
Budi B.
Canada · Mar 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Budi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Priya
Camila C.
Switzerland · Mar 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Camila! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. – Laura 💜
Nguyen W.
Brazil · Mar 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Nguyen! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. — Mark
Andre W.
UAE · Mar 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Apologies for the trouble, Andre. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Hana M.
Malaysia · Mar 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Hana! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Mark 💜
Viktor K.
Australia · Mar 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Africa. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Viktor! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — David, eSIM TopUp Support
Hana C.
Switzerland · Mar 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Hana! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, eSIM TopUp Support
James V.
Malaysia · Mar 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, James! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Enjoy your journeys! – James 💜
Nguyen R.
Ireland · Mar 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Nguyen! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support
Linh S.
Mexico · Mar 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Linh! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. – Sophie 💜
Sophia H.
Turkey · Mar 2025
Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. – Ken, 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.