Updated September 28, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Orange Senegal vs Safaricom
Orange Senegal
Safaricom
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Where Orange Senegal and Safaricom differ
| Compare | Orange SenegalReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | SafaricomReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | F CFA 5,000 | KES 200 |
| Reference plan prices | One price for all listed destinations (US, Europe, UK, Japan, Thailand, Turkey, Mexico): 5000 F / 500 Mo, 10000 F / 1 GB, 20000 F / 3 GB per 30 days | US: KES 1,000 for 2,500MB (7 days); Europe incl. UK, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey: KES 1,000 for 1,500MB (7 days) and KES 5,500 for 10,000MB (30 days); UK and wider Europe: KES 200 for 10MB data, 10 minutes calls, 10 SMS (1 day); South Africa, Ghana, Netherlands, China: KES 225 for 20MB (24 hours); other networks from KES 14 per MB |
| Countries covered | Not confirmed | 22 |
| Fair use policy | Not confirmed | Capped bundles valid 24 hours, 7 days or 30 days; a new purchase is added to the remaining balance; once the bundle is depleted data is charged at published roaming rates; bundles cannot be transferred or resold |
| Networks | Not confirmed | Vodafone, Vodacom |
| 10 GB in Europe | Not confirmed | KES 5,500 |
Same on both: Unlimited data (No), 5G (Yes), Top-ups (Yes), Seller type (Carrier).
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Key differences
- Support channels: only Orange Senegal offers Community.
- Support channels: only Safaricom offers Chat, Phone.
- Region: only Orange Senegal offers Global.
- Region: only Safaricom offers Regional.
Our verdict on each
Orange Senegal
Orange Senegal sells a carrier Pass Voyage rather than a travel eSIM, so it suits travellers whose route actually touches Senegal and who can reach an Orange shop on arrival. The entry price is XOF 5,000, and a single rate covers every listed destination.
Safaricom
Safaricom is a home network carrier selling roaming bundles in Kenya, so it fits a traveller leaving the country for a short trip and topping up in small steps. Coverage reaches 22 countries across Vodafone and Vodacom networks, with bundles starting at KES 200 and top-ups available.
Score breakdown
| Area | Orange Senegal | Safaricom |
|---|---|---|
| Offer | Not confirmed | 8.9Capped bundles on Vodafone and Vodacom networks across 22 countries, starting at KES 200, with top-ups available and no unlimited data. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.3 |
How they place
| Ranking | Orange Senegal | Safaricom |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 738 of 926 | 225 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 739 of 918 | 232 of 918 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Orange Senegal | Safaricom |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Global | Regional |
| Features | 5G, Carrier plan | 5G, Carrier plan |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | SONATEL SA | Safaricom PLC |
| Headquarters | Senegal | Kenya |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1997 |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre, Community | Chat, Email, Phone, Help centre |
Pocket Wi-Fi
| Fact | Orange Senegal | Safaricom |
|---|---|---|
| Daily price | F CFA 5,000 | Not confirmed |
| Data allowance | 500 Mo, 1024 Mo or 3072 Mo per 30-day Pass Voyage, or 0.25 F/Ko pay-as-you-go roaming data | Not confirmed |
| Pickup and delivery | Tourist SIM sold on arrival in Orange shops | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Orange Senegal | Safaricom | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countries covered | Not confirmed | 22lowest quarter | 120 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Orange Senegal
Pros
- A tourist SIM is sold on arrival in Orange shops, so nothing has to be ordered before flying (Tourist SIM sold on arrival in Orange shops)
- A single price covers every listed destination, including the US, Europe, the UK, Japan, Thailand, Turkey and Mexico, so the rate is the same in each
- Top-ups are available, so a pass does not have to cover the whole trip in advance
Cons
- Unlimited data is not offered, so every allowance is a cap and heavy streaming days will use it quickly
- Support runs on email, help centre and community, which lists email, a help centre and a community rather than a live phone line
- It is a carrier plan run by SONATEL SA and handed over in its own shops (Tourist SIM sold on arrival in Orange shops), so it only helps if the trip reaches Senegal (SN)
Safaricom
Pros
- Coverage spans 22 countries across Vodafone and Vodacom networks, which suits regional multi-country routes.
- Top-ups are available, so data does not have to be bought in one lump before departure.
- Support runs on chat, email and phone.
Cons
- Unlimited data is not offered, and once a bundle is used up data is charged at published roaming rates.
- Coverage of 22 countries is regional, so a trip outside those routes needs a separate plan.
- Other networks are billed at pay as you go rates, so travelling beyond the listed bundles can cost more than a home bundle.
Who each suits
Orange Senegal
Who it suits
- Travellers whose itinerary includes Senegal and who can visit an Orange shop after landing
- Anyone who prefers a local carrier plan to a pre-bought travel eSIM
- Holidaymakers on a fixed schedule who would rather top up than buy one large bundle up front
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who wants unlimited data: Zwitchy lists it, while the Pass Voyage caps every bundle
- People who want a budget digital setup before departure: eSIMGo.is starts at $0.99 and needs no shop visit
Safaricom
Who it suits
- Anyone leaving Kenya who already holds a Safaricom line and wants data added to it for a few weeks.
- Travellers crossing 22 countries on regional routes where Vodafone and Vodacom networks operate.
- People who would rather top up during the trip than commit to a large prepaid allowance up front.
Who should look elsewhere
- Travellers who want a travel eSIM with no home line: eSIMGo.is starts at $0.99.
- Anyone who needs worldwide reach: Zwitchy covers 200 countries.
- Shoppers comparing a single destination eSIM on upfront price: SimToIsrael starts at $25.
Current offers
Safaricom
Current offer
Bonus
One Voice Tariff: 50% airtime bonus with every top-up
Dial *544# to get started; see voice tariffs
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Changamkia YouTube na 10/-: YouTube data bundle at KES 10
Prepay data promotion, validity per bundle offer page
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Angaza Music Bundle
Prepay data bundle for music streaming, see offer page
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
YouTube Shorts
Prepay data promotion, see offer page
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Orange Senegal | Safaricom |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | No | Yes |
| Senegal | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Orange Senegal
What does a Pass Voyage cost?+
The entry price is XOF 5,000, and a single rate covers every listed destination: the US, Europe, the UK, Japan, Thailand, Turkey and Mexico. Larger bundles are priced higher, and roaming data beyond a bundle is charged pay-as-you-go.
How much data is in each bundle?+
The entry bundle sits at XOF 5,000, and the allowance is sold in several sizes per pass period, from a small starter bundle through a middle tier up to a much larger one for heavy use. Nothing runs unlimited: once a bundle is spent, roaming data is billed pay-as-you-go.
Safaricom
How much do Safaricom roaming bundles cost?+
Bundles start at KES 200 for a small daily slice of data, and a larger long-stay European allowance is priced at KES 5,500. Reference bundles also cover the US, much of Europe, the UK, South Africa, Ghana, the Netherlands and China, with other networks billed at pay as you go rates.
How many countries does Safaricom roaming cover?+
Coverage stands at 22 countries and runs on Vodafone and Vodacom networks, so the footprint is regional rather than global. Destinations on the reference list include the US, much of Europe, South Africa, Ghana and China. A trip outside those needs a separate arrangement.
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