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Africa eSIM

One plan for 35 destinations across Africa.

  • From $10.64
  • 29 plans
  • 35 countries
  • 5G speeds
  • Hotspot ✓

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For how long?
  1. Pay securelyCard, Apple Pay or Google Pay
  2. Install the eSIMScan the QR code, or tap Install on iPhone
  3. Land and switch onYour plan starts when you connect

Africa eSIM at a glance

PingESIM sells 29 prepaid eSIM data plans for 35 countries in Africa, from $10.64 (1GB for 3 days). A 10GB plan for 30 days costs $81.36. Unlimited data starts at $7.72 per day. Plans connect to Orange Cameroun, Celtiis and Yas Madagascar and other local networks, with 5G where available. The QR code is delivered instantly by email after payment.

Africa eSIM prices

Lowest price for each data amount, USD
DataValidity optionsFrom
1 GB3 days$10.64
3 GB3–30 days$26.62
5 GB7–30 days$41.40
10 GB7–30 days$73.37
20 GB15–30 days$132.52
50 GB30 days$309.13
Unlimited1–30 days$14.22
Unlimited Plus1–30 days$26.21

Coverage and networks

35 countries on one eSIM

    • Hotspot

      Allowed on most plans

    • Calls and SMS

      Data only. Your own number stays active for calls and texts

    • Activation

      Starts when the eSIM first connects at your destination

    • Delivery

      QR code on screen and by email, seconds after payment

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    Questions about the Africa eSIM

    How much does a Africa eSIM cost?

    Africa eSIM plans on PingESIM cost from $10.64 to $461.77. The cheapest is 1GB for 3 days. A popular choice, 10GB for 30 days, costs $81.36. Prices are in USD and paid once, with no contract.

    Is there an unlimited data eSIM for Africa?

    Yes. Unlimited Africa plans start at $7.72 per day and run for up to 30 days. Fair-use limits apply: 1GB/day at full speed, then 512kbps.

    Which mobile networks does the Africa eSIM use?

    It connects to Orange Cameroun, Celtiis, Yas Madagascar, Airtel, TIGO RWANDA and Cable & Wireless Seychelles and 30 other networks. Your phone picks the strongest supported network automatically. 5G is available on supported networks and phones.

    Can I use the Africa eSIM as a hotspot?

    Yes, most plans allow hotspot sharing (tethering) so you can connect a laptop or tablet. Check the plan details before buying.

    When does my Africa eSIM plan start?

    Install the eSIM over Wi-Fi before you travel. The validity period starts when the eSIM first connects to a supported network in a covered country, so installing early doesn’t use up days.

    Will I keep my WhatsApp and phone number?

    Yes. The eSIM is for data only, so your physical SIM and number stay on your phone. WhatsApp, iMessage and FaceTime keep working with your usual number over the eSIM’s data.

    Which phones support eSIM?

    Most iPhones from XS/XR onwards, Google Pixel 3 and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and many other recent phones support eSIM. The phone must be carrier-unlocked.

    Staying in one country?

    A local eSIM is often cheaper for a single destination.

    Algeria $2.92 Benin $10.33 Botswana $9.88 Burkina Faso $9.88 Cameroon $9.88 Central African Republic $9.88 Chad $9.83 Comoros $8.41 Congo $9.88 Cote d’Ivoire $9.88 DR Congo $9.88 Egypt $3.37 Gabon $9.88 Ghana $6.12