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Africa eSIM — reviews & details

Africa 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $33.60
4.5

136 reviews

5 ★ 64%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 2%
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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Isabella M.

Japan · Jun 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Isabella! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei C.

Indonesia · Jun 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo C.

Saudi Arabia · May 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Ji-woo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. – Yuki 💜

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Elena H.

Indonesia · May 2026

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Elena! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Yuki 💜

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Diego N.

Japan · May 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Diego! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Ken

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Emma F.

Netherlands · May 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Emma! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid

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Max L.

Australia · May 2026

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Max! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei T.

Brazil · May 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mei! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi D.

Singapore · May 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 · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace

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Wei C.

Saudi Arabia · May 2026

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna

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Fatima L.

Singapore · May 2026

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama in Africa. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Fatima! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜

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Sofia F.

Germany · May 2026

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling in Africa. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Sofia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos C.

Sweden · May 2026

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Africa. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Carlos! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara 💜

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Camila M.

New Zealand · May 2026

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Camila! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. – Tom 💜

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Andre R.

Egypt · May 2026

✓ Verified

Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Andre! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Diego 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Africa eSIM cost?

The Africa 5GB 30Days plan costs $33.60 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 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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Viktor F. · 2 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Yes Viktor, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya V. · 4 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Yes Katya, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha V. · 4 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Aisha, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Anna

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Liam M. · 5 months ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Liam! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo K. · 6 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Pablo! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki R. · 7 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Yuki — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – James 💜

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Ravi R. · 8 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Ravi, on 4G/5G where available. – Sara 💜

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Olivia B. · 8 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Olivia! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Sophie 💜

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Sven S. · 8 months ago

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

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

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Kenji W. · 10 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Kenji — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana W. · 1 year ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Hana — check My eSIMs anytime. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia N. · 1 year ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Giulia, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — James, GotoeSIM Support