Africa eSIM
30 Countries, 5G Coverage

From Cape Town to Cairo, Marrakech to Nairobi — one Roami eSIM keeps you connected across all of Africa. 5G in major cities, 4G/LTE everywhere else. Instant activation. Plans from $1.99.

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Why Choose a Regional Africa eSIM?

Africa spans 54 countries. Buying a local SIM in each one is impractical. A single regional plan saves you time, money, and frustration.

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4 African Regions, One Plan

North, West, East, and Southern Africa — all covered with one eSIM. Fly from Morocco to South Africa without touching your SIM settings.

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Avoid Airport SIM Scams

Airport SIM vendors often overcharge tourists. With Roami, you arrive already connected — no need to find a SIM shop, negotiate prices, or share your passport.

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Safari-Ready Connectivity

5G in cities like Cape Town and Nairobi, reliable 4G/LTE even near Kruger, Serengeti, and Masai Mara. Share your wildlife photos instantly with friends and family.

Africa eSIM works in 30 countries

One eSIM connects to the strongest local network in every country automatically. 8 countries have 5G, 22 have reliable 4G/LTE. Tap any country for setup guides and carrier details.

North Africa

Egypt flag Egypt 5G Morocco flag Morocco 5G Tunisia flag Tunisia 4G Algeria flag Algeria 5G

West Africa

Nigeria flag Nigeria 5G Ghana flag Ghana 4G Senegal flag Senegal 4G Ivory Coast flag Ivory Coast 4G Cameroon flag Cameroon 4G Gabon flag Gabon 4G Sierra Leone flag Sierra Leone 4G Liberia flag Liberia 4G Burkina Faso flag Burkina Faso 4G Mali flag Mali 4G Niger flag Niger 4G Chad flag Chad 4G

East Africa

Kenya flag Kenya 5G Tanzania flag Tanzania 4G Uganda flag Uganda 4G Madagascar flag Madagascar 4G Malawi flag Malawi 4G

Southern Africa & Islands

South Africa flag South Africa 5G Botswana flag Botswana 5G Zambia flag Zambia 4G Mozambique flag Mozambique 4G Mauritius flag Mauritius 5G Seychelles flag Seychelles 4G Eswatini flag Eswatini 4G Congo flag Congo 4G Reunion Island flag Reunion Island 4G
Top Africa Carrier Partners

Powered by Africa's largest mobile operators

Your Roami eSIM auto-switches between 4+ carriers for the best signal.

Vodacom

South Africa

One of South Africa's largest operators. Your eSIM connects automatically, covering South Africa, Tanzania, Mozambique.

Excellent coverage

MTN

South Africa

One of South Africa's largest operators. Your eSIM connects automatically, covering South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, Cameroon, Congo.

Very good coverage

Safaricom

Kenya

One of Kenya's largest operators. Your eSIM connects automatically, covering Kenya, Ethiopia.

Very good coverage

Orange

France (Africa ops)

One of France (Africa ops)'s largest operators. Your eSIM connects automatically, covering Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Senegal, Mali, Madagascar, Mauritius.

Very good coverage

* Actual network speeds depend on your location, time of day, and network congestion. 5G availability varies by country and carrier.

Why an Africa eSIM Instead of Roaming

Africa eSIM vs. carrier roaming

If you use your home carrier's international roaming in Africa, you are almost certainly overpaying for your {region} travel connectivity. Here is how they compare.

Your Carrier's Roaming

Hidden Fees
$140–$210
estimated for a 2-week trip
✖ Daily cost: $15 - $25/day
✖ 10-day Kenya + Tanzania safari: $150 - $250
✖ 5G speed: Often limited to 3G
✖ Data limit: Often capped at 0.5GB/day
✖ Multiple countries: $15/day per country (may vary)
✖ Hotspot tethering: Often restricted or charged extra
✖ Setup time: Already active (but expensive)

Roami Africa eSIM

Best Value
From $1.99
prepaid plans from $5 for a full trip
✓ Daily cost: $0.33 - $2.00/day
✓ 10-day Kenya + Tanzania safari: $15
✓ 5G speed: Available in major African cities
✓ Data limit: Up to unlimited data
✓ Multiple countries: 30 countries, zero extra fees
✓ Hotspot tethering: Included free
✓ Setup time: 2 minutes (QR code)
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Africa eSIM: questions travelers ask

Everything you need to know about using an Africa eSIM.

❓ Does the Africa eSIM work on safari?
Yes. While 5G is available in cities like Cape Town and Nairobi, you will get reliable 4G/LTE near major safari destinations including Kruger, Serengeti, Masai Mara, and Chobe. Perfect for sharing wildlife photos in real time with friends and family. With For the ultimate Africa travel experience, staying connected is effortless.
❓ How many African countries are covered?
30 countries across all four African regions: North Africa (Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria), West Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and more), East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and more), and Southern Africa (South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Mauritius, and more). With your prepaid Africa eSIM, staying connected is effortless.
❓ Can I use one eSIM for a multi-country Africa trip?
Absolutely. A single Roami Africa eSIM covers your entire journey — from the pyramids of Egypt to the savannas of Kenya to the vineyards of South Africa. No SIM swapping at borders. With use it alongside your regular SIM (dual SIM), staying connected is effortless. With no contract needed, staying connected is effortless. For the best prepaid Africa eSIM plans, check our Africa eSIM plans for the full pricing list. Need help? Our team is our support team is available 24/7 if you need help.
❓ Is 5G available across Africa?
5G is expanding rapidly in major African cities. South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, and Morocco all have 5G in urban areas. In remote regions, your connection seamlessly drops to 4G/LTE, ensuring you always have service. This makes the prepaid Roami eSIM the best eSIM choice for Africa travel — affordable, covering multiple countries with no roaming fees across 30 African nations.
❓ How do I activate my Africa eSIM?
Activating your Roami Africa eSIM takes under 2 minutes. After purchase, open your confirmation email and scan the QR code with your phone’s camera. For iPhone, go to Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM. For Android, go to Settings > Network & Internet > Add eSIM. Your prepaid eSIM installs before you depart and activates automatically when you land in Africa.
❓ How much does a Africa eSIM cost?
Roami Africa eSIM plans start at just $1.99, with prepaid data plans from $5 for a full trip. Compare that to carrier roaming at $10-$15 per day, and a 2-week trip saves you $130+. There is no contract and no hidden fees — you pay once upfront and get unlimited data options across all included countries. You can try Roami risk-free with a free eSIM trial — the best way to test Africa travel eSIM before your trip. No credit card needed.
❓ What if my Africa eSIM doesn't work?
Roami offers a 100% refund guarantee. If your Africa eSIM doesn’t activate or you experience connectivity issues, contact our 24/7 human support team. We will troubleshoot with you immediately, and if the issue cannot be resolved, we issue a full refund — no questions asked.
❓ Can I use my Africa eSIM and keep my regular number?
Yes. Most modern phones support dual SIM — one physical SIM and one eSIM running simultaneously. Your Roami Africa eSIM handles all your data while your regular SIM keeps your home number active for calls and texts. No contract changes with your existing carrier are needed. Your prepaid Africa eSIM covers 30 countries with one affordable plan, making it the best eSIM option for multi-country African travel with hotspot tethering included.

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