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Africa eSIM — reviews & details

Africa 3GB 30Days · 3 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $23.04
4.6

167 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 30%
3 ★ 5%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 0%

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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Diego F.

Germany · Sep 2026

✓ Verified

Worked perfectly on my trip. Speeds were solid for maps and messaging. Five stars from me.

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Yuki D.

United States · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Africa. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Yuki! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Yuki

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Giulia S.

Sweden · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar

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Lucas C.

South Korea · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Lucas! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Priya 💜

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Olivia M.

Sweden · Jul 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Olivia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark

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Aisha P.

Mexico · Jul 2026

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Aisha! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – David 💜

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Carlos N.

Mexico · Jul 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Carlos! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei H.

Netherlands · Jul 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark 💜

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Ingrid L.

United States · Jul 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark

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Max P.

United Kingdom · Jul 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Max! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Come back anytime! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei D.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Wei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Ken 💜

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Haruto C.

Australia · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Super easy to set up before I flew out in Africa. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Haruto! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei T.

France · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Mei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna

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Ji-woo B.

UAE · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Ji-woo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe H.

Sweden · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Chloe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Come back anytime! – Anna 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Africa eSIM cost?

The Africa 3GB 30Days plan costs $23.04 for 3 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 GotoeSIM 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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Zoe V. · 1 month ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Zoe! We're always here if you need anything. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis M. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Louis, on 4G/5G where available. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya C. · 2 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Priya! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi K. · 3 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Ravi — check My eSIMs anytime. – Ingrid 💜

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Lea W. · 3 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Lea — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya S. · 7 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Priya, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea P. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Lea! The eSIM just handles data. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah B. · 10 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Noah! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Grace

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Camila R. · 11 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Camila, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi B. · 1 year ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Budi — it switches on when you land. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha D. · 1 year ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Aisha, so buying early is totally fine. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar D. · 1 year ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Omar! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Sara 💜