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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

All 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1★
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Lucas L.

Poland · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Lucas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Anna

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Nadia S.

New Zealand · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Nadia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya T.

Singapore · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Katya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Yuki

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Arjun K.

Singapore · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Arjun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe D.

Ireland · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Chloe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz B.

South Korea · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Beatriz! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Laura 💜

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Lucas S.

Sweden · Feb 2026

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Lucas! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas L.

Australia · Feb 2026

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling in Africa. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Lucas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura

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Mateo G.

Spain · Feb 2026

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mateo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia S.

Egypt · Feb 2026

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Lucia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh N.

Australia · Feb 2026

✓ Verified

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Priya

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Ananya S.

Sweden · Feb 2026

✓ Verified

Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Ananya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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