MobiMatter eSIM Data Plans for Africa

MobiMatter does not offer an unlimited data eSIM for travelers in Africa. Instead, the provider sells fixed‑data plans that cover a range of data allowances and validity periods. For example, the Global Special 20 GB plan gives 20 GB of data for 365 days, while the Global Special 10 GB plan offers 10 GB for 180 days. Choosing a fixed‑data plan can be more cost‑effective for most travelers unless they anticipate extremely high data usage.

MobiMatter does not provide an eSIM with a phone number or SMS capability for Africa. The plans sold for African destinations are data‑only; they give you mobile internet through the local network but do not give you a local number or the ability to receive or send SMS. Travelers who need voice or messaging services can instead use VoIP applications such as WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage over the data connection.

MobiMatter’s eSIM offerings cover several African destinations. The Global Special plan includes Algeria, Cameroon, Chad, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Gabon, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Niger, Nigeria, Réunion, Rwanda, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Morocco, and Tunisia. The Global plan brings coverage to Cameroon, Egypt, Kenya, Morocco, Madagascar, Mauritius, Nigeria, Réunion, Seychelles, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda and South Africa.