eSIM for Africa

Data plans from $11.50. 3 plans available, online in about a minute.

Africa travel destination

SimSIM's eSIM for Africa covers 29 countries on one plan — activate online before you leave and your phone connects to local networks automatically between borders. No physical SIM, no roaming contract. Plans are valid for 7–30 days and data starts from $11.50.

Plans & pricing for Africa

Available plans

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Coverage & networks

Burkina Faso
Orange4G
Liberia
Lonestar Cell MTN4G
Tanzania
Airtel5G
Vodacom5G
Seychelles
Airtel4G
Sudan
MTN4G
Uganda
Airtel4G
MTN4G
Morocco
Orange Morocco4G
Botswana
Mascom3G
Orange4G
Madagascar
Airtel4G
Gabon
Airtel4G
Kenya
Airtel5G
Senegal
Orange4G
Mali
Orange5G
Congo - Kinshasa
Orange4G
Airtel4G
Ghana
Vodafone4G
MTN4G
AirtelTigo3G
Egypt
Orange5G
Etisalat5G
Central African Republic
Orange3G
Congo - Brazzaville
Airtel4G
Côte d’Ivoire
Orange4G
South Africa
MTN5G
Vodacom4G
Cell C4G
Telkom4G
Eswatini
Swazi MTN4G
Swazi Mobile4G
Malawi
Airtel4G
Chad
Airtel4G
Guinea-Bissau
MTN Areeba3G
Réunion
Orange5G
Zambia
Airtel5G
MTN4G
Niger
Orange3G
Airtel3G
Nigeria
MTN5G
Airtel4G
Tunisia
Orange5G

FAQ for Africa eSIM

What is an eSIM and how does it work in Africa?

An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone. Instead of a physical card, you tap to install and your phone connects to local networks in Africa automatically. No SIM-swapping, no roaming contract — the whole setup takes about a minute online before you travel.

How much does an eSIM for Africa cost?

The cheapest plan is 1GB for 7 days at $11.50. SimSIM has 3 plans for Africa.

Which network will I connect to in Africa?

Plans for Africa run on Mascom, Orange, Airtel, Etisalat, Swazi MTN, Swazi Mobile, Vodafone, MTN, AirtelTigo, MTN Areeba, Lonestar Cell MTN, Orange Morocco, Vodacom, Cell C, Telkom.

How long is a Africa eSIM valid?

Africa plans run from 7 to 30 days.

Can I use my regular SIM card and the Africa eSIM at the same time?

Yes. Most modern iPhones and Android phones support Dual SIM — your home number stays active on your physical SIM while the Africa eSIM handles local data. Both lines run simultaneously, so you never miss calls or messages from home.

Will I keep my current phone number when using a Africa eSIM?

Yes. Installing an eSIM for Africa does not replace or change your existing number. Your physical SIM stays active and your home number remains reachable throughout your trip.

Can I top up my Africa eSIM?

Yes — you can add more data to a Africa plan from the app without installing a new eSIM.

Does the Africa eSIM include calls or SMS?

Africa plans are data-only. Use WhatsApp, FaceTime or another app for calls.

Why SimSIM?

One clear price

See the full price before you pay. No surprises on your bill.

Online in about a minute

Tap to install before your trip and connect automatically the moment you land.

Your number stays active

Dual SIM keeps your home line active while you browse on the local network.

190+ destinations

One account, plans for countries and regions worldwide.

Affordable travel data for your next trip

Pick your plan, pay one clear price, and land online in about a minute — low prices, no roaming-bill surprises.