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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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Fatima V.

New Zealand · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So glad to hear this, Fatima! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas P.

Portugal · Mar 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Africa. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Lucas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki S.

India · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Yuki! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya

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Chloe T.

Ireland · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Chloe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila M.

Saudi Arabia · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in Africa. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – James 💜

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Haruto R.

Poland · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Africa. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Haruto! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Come back anytime! – Grace 💜

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Lucia H.

India · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Lucia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis T.

Switzerland · Mar 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So glad to hear this, Louis! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Mark 💜

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Giulia R.

Australia · Mar 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Giulia! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — David

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Ava K.

France · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis C.

New Zealand · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks a lot, Louis! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz F.

Switzerland · Mar 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

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

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Ethan G.

Mexico · Mar 2026

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Ethan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi M.

United Kingdom · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama in Africa. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ravi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Ken 💜

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Somchai K.

Italy · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — 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 💜