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Coverage · South Africa

Mobile networks in South Africa

A Slashtel travel eSIM for South Africa connects to Vodacom, MTN, Cell C or Telkom, up to 5G. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.

Partner networks

NetworkBest available
Vodacom5G
MTN5G
Cell C4G
Telkom4G

South Africa eSIM plans

DataValidityPricePer GB
1GB7 days$2.49$2.49
3GB15 days$5.79$1.93
3GB30 days$5.99$2.00
5GB30 days$9.39$1.88
10GB30 days$16.69$1.67
20GB30 days$33.79$1.69

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Questions, answered

Which mobile networks does a travel eSIM use in South Africa?

A Slashtel eSIM for South Africa connects to Vodacom, MTN, Cell C or Telkom. Your phone joins the strongest available network automatically as you move around.

Is there 5G in South Africa?

Yes, 5G is available on partner networks in South Africa where coverage reaches and your phone supports it. Elsewhere you connect on 4G.

Can I choose the network in South Africa?

No. The eSIM selects the network with the best signal automatically, which keeps you connected as you travel. It cannot be locked to one carrier.

When does my South Africa eSIM start?

Validity starts when your eSIM first connects to a network in South Africa, so you can buy and install it before you fly.

Network list from our live supplier data. Networks are chosen automatically for the best signal and can vary by location and over time. All countries →