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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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Linh W.

Vietnam · Feb 2025

✓ Verified

Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Linh! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜

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Ryan W.

UAE · Feb 2025

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Ryan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Anna W.

Switzerland · Feb 2025

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Anna! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar

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Anna T.

France · Feb 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in Africa. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Anna! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya, eSIM TopUp Support

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Nadia W.

Singapore · Feb 2025

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Nadia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Come back anytime! — Sophie

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Ananya K.

Netherlands · Feb 2025

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Africa. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Ananya! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. – Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Lucia G.

France · Jan 2025

✓ Verified

Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Lucia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ingrid F.

South Korea · Jan 2025

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Africa. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support

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Mohammed N.

Mexico · Jan 2025

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Africa. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego 💜

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Liam M.

Turkey · Jan 2025

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Liam! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara 💜

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Priya B.

Indonesia · Jan 2025

✓ Verified

Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Priya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support

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Daniel T.

Switzerland · Jan 2025

✓ Verified

Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Africa. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Daniel! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Ingrid

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Camila F.

United Kingdom · Jan 2025

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Camila! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura, eSIM TopUp Support

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Lucas C.

Thailand · Jan 2025

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Africa. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Lucas! 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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Sri R.

Vietnam · Jan 2025

✓ Verified

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sri! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Emma 💜

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.