Africa (25+ areas)

4.6

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars

102 Reviews

4.6

£14.00 GBP

Plans: Africa 1GB 7Days

Africa 1GB 7Days Africa 3GB 30Days Africa 5GB 30Days

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Why travellers pick this

Use In: 🌍 Africa
Region: International
Countries Covered: 29 destinations across Africa
Top-Ups: Yes, add data anytime
Plan Type: Data-only
Hotspot: Supported
Calls & SMS: Use apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Messenger

Easy data for your Africa trip

Skip airport SIM queues and avoid roaming shock. This Africa eSIM gives you simple prepaid data across 29 destinations, so you can get online quickly when you land.

Countries covered: Botswana, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Eswatini, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Morocco, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Réunion, Senegal, Seychelles, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda and Zambia.

✅ Instant setup: QR emailed right after purchase
✅ Keep your NZ number: your physical SIM stays in your phone
✅ Great regional coverage: connect across 29 African destinations using supported local partner networks
✅ Flexible: top up with more data mid-trip
✅ No hidden fees: clear, prepaid data

Perfect for

Multi-country Africa trips
City breaks & sightseeing
Family holidays
Work trips & hotspot use

How it works

Buy a plan & receive your QR instantly
Scan to install the eSIM in Settings → Mobile/Cellular
Turn it on when you land, and you’re connected

Heads-up: this is a data-only eSIM. For WhatsApp, FaceTime and Messenger, just use your contacts as usual.

Tech details

Activate within: 180 Days
Traffic Exit: UK, Norway
Speed Throttling: None on fixed-data plans
Coverage: AF-29
Support: NZ-based help via 73fly.co.nz
Partner Networks: BW - Orange 5G, Mascom 5G; BF - Orange 5G; CF - Orange 5G; TD - Airtel 5G; CI - Orange 5G; CD - Airtel 5G, Orange RDC 5G; EG - Orange 5G; SZ - Swazi Mobile 5G, Swazi MTN 5G; GA - Airtel 5G; GH - Vodafone 5G, AirtelTigo 5G, MTN 5G; GW - MTN Areeba 3G; KE - Airtel 5G; LR - Lonestar Cell MTN 5G, Orange 5G; MG - Airtel 5G; MW - Airtel 5G; ML - Orange 5G; MA - IAM 4G, INWI 4G, Orange Morocco 4G; NE - Orange 3G, Airtel 3G; NG - MTN 5G, Airtel 5G; CG - Airtel 4G; RE - Orange 5G; SN - Orange 4G; SC - Airtel 5G; ZA - MTN 5G, Vodacom 4G; SD - MTN 4G; TZ - Airtel 4G; TN - Orange 4G, OOREDOO TN 4G; UG - Airtel 5G, MTN 5G; ZM - Airtel 5G, MTN 5G

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Check your phone is eSIM compatible (takes 10 seconds)

Before buying, you can quickly check if your phone supports eSIM:

Dial *#06# on your phone and press call
If your device is eSIM compatible, you will see an EID number displayed

If no EID appears, your phone may not support eSIM.

For peace of mind, you can also check our full compatibility list below

Apple

All iPhones from iPhone XR (2018) onwards support eSIM, including:

iPhone XR, XS, XS Max
iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max
iPhone SE (2nd gen 2020, 3rd gen 2022)
iPhone 12 series (Mini / Pro / Pro Max)
iPhone 13 series (Mini / Pro / Pro Max)
iPhone 14 series
iPhone 15 series
iPhone 16 series (incl. 16e)
iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air (2025)

iPad (4G models only):

iPad Pro 11″ (2020 and later) • iPad Pro 12.9″ (2020 and later)
iPad Air (2019 and later) • iPad (2019 and later)
iPad Mini (2019 and later) • iPad 10th Gen (2022)

Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular): Series 3 and later, including SE (1st & 2nd Gen), Ultra & Ultra 2.

Samsung

Galaxy S22 series and newer (S22 → S25 Ultra & S25 FE)
Galaxy Note 20 / Note 20 Ultra 5G
Galaxy Z Fold series (Fold → Fold 7)
Galaxy Z Flip series (Flip → Flip 7 & Flip 7 FE)
Galaxy A54, A55 5G, A35, A56, A36

Google

Pixel 2 XL (limited) → Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025)
Includes 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 6 series, 7 series, 8 series, 9 series, and 10 series
Pixel Fold (2023) also supports eSIM

Motorola

Razr (2019), Razr 5G, Razr 40, Razr 40 Ultra, Razr +
Edge +, Edge 40 / 40 Pro / 40 Neo / 50 series
G52J 5G / G53J 5G / G84 and later

Other

Huawei: P40 / P40 Pro / Mate 40 Pro / Pura 70 Pro
Oppo: Find X3 → Find X8 Pro / N2 Flip / N3 Flip / Reno 14 & 14 Pro
Sony: Xperia 10 III Lite → Xperia 1 VI (2025 lineup)
Xiaomi: 12T Pro → 15T Pro (2025 lineup, incl. Redmi Note 14 Pro + and Poco X7)

💡 Not sure if your phone supports eSIM?

If your phone settings show an option to “Add eSIM” or “Add mobile plan”, your device is eSIM-compatible.

All iPhones from iPhone XR (2018) onwards support eSIM, including:

iPhone XR, XS, XS Max
iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max
iPhone SE (2nd gen 2020, 3rd gen 2022)
iPhone 12 series (Mini / Pro / Pro Max)
iPhone 13 series (Mini / Pro / Pro Max)
iPhone 14 series
iPhone 15 series
iPhone 16 series (incl. 16e)
iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air (2025)

iPad (4G models only):

iPad Pro 11″ (2020 and later) • iPad Pro 12.9″ (2020 and later)
iPad Air (2019 and later) • iPad (2019 and later)
iPad Mini (2019 and later) • iPad 10th Gen (2022)

Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular): Series 3 and later, including SE (1st & 2nd Gen), Ultra & Ultra 2.

4.6

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars

Based on 102 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 83 Total 4 star reviews: 11 Total 3 star reviews: 2 Total 2 star reviews: 2 Total 1 star reviews: 4

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Dan R.
Verified Buyer
Reviewing
Japan
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
5 minutes ago
Reliable eSIM, excellent value
Easy to set up, clear instructions, and excellent value for money. The eSIM worked as soon as I arrived, with reliable coverage and fast speeds throughout my trip. For the amount of data included, it was the best-value option I found. Would use again.
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Claudine F.
Verified Buyer
Reviewing
Europe (30+ areas)
I recommend this product
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Yesterday
Great for GPS use in strange places 👍🏻
I have to give 5 stars to 73fly esim, it was really easy to use and gave me confidence finding my way round a new city on my own
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Paul H.
Verified Buyer
Reviewing
Europe (30+ areas)
I recommend this product
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
5 days ago
Europe Holiday
73fly worked great
Would use again for travel
Any one looking for easy to use and top up
Buy 73fly esim
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Jayne F.
Verified Buyer
Reviewing
China
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 week ago
China
Recently had 12 days in China, my phone worked constantly well with Data. Worked on trains going through tunnels, at places in the middle of nowhere. Could use all social media platforms , was great.
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Rosanna F.
Verified Buyer
Reviewing
Australia
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3 weeks ago
Easy way to stay connected
Much cheaper than using One NZ's daily roaming rate. Easy to set up – will use again on my trips from NZ to Aussie and beyond
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FAQ - Common Questions

What is an eSIM?

An eSIM is a digital SIM that lets you activate a mobile plan without a physical SIM card. You simply scan a QR code to get connected instantly

How do I install my eSIM?

After purchase, you’ll receive an email with your QR code and setup instructions. Scan it using your phone’s camera or go to Settings › Mobile Data › Add eSIM to activate.

When should I install my eSIM?

You can install your eSIM before you travel (while connected to Wi-Fi). Your eSIM will then activate automatically when you arrive and your phone connects to the local network — no extra steps needed. Your validity period starts from that first connection.

Can I install more than one eSIM for different countries?

Yes — most newer phones let you store multiple eSIMs and switch between them easily.

For example, you can install your Japan eSIM, Australia eSIM, and Europe eSIM before you leave NZ, then activate the right one when you arrive in each country.

👉 Just note:

Only one data eSIM can be active at a time.
Your 73 Fly eSIM will start counting days only when it first connects at your destination.

If you’re visiting several countries in one trip, we also have multi-country plans (like Asia 7 Country or Europe 30 + Countries) — these automatically connect as you cross borders.

Will my eSIM work with hotspot/tethering?

Yes, most plans support personal hotspot — perfect for sharing data with your laptop or other devices.

Can I make and receive phone calls with my eSIM?

Our eSIMs are data-only, which means they don’t include a local phone number and can’t make or receive traditional phone calls or SMS texts over mobile networks.

However, you can still make calls and send messages using data-based apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime, iMessage, Messenger, Telegram, or Skype — just as you would on Wi-Fi.

If someone needs to call you, they can reach you on those same apps while you’re connected to your 73 Fly eSIM.

In short: You’ll stay fully connected — just through internet-based calling rather than standard mobile voice or text.