Gaborone
Explore the lively scene at Main Mall or enjoy a traditional meal of seswaa in Broadhurst.
Botswana offers breathtaking landscapes and wildlife, but staying connected can be challenging without the right tools.
Mascom Wireless provides extensive coverage in urban areas like Gaborone and Francistown, but signal can be patchy in remote regions. Orange Botswana offers reliable LTE in most cities but struggles in deep rural locations. Both carriers offer robust service in populated areas and along major highways.
Botswana's expansive landscapes require smart connectivity solutions.
Connection-tested in the cities travelers actually visit.
Explore the lively scene at Main Mall or enjoy a traditional meal of seswaa in Broadhurst.
Gateway to the Okavango Delta, Maun is bustling with safari tours and local crafts.
Visit the vibrant markets and experience the local culture in this historic mining town.
Use WhatsApp for calls and messages to save on data; it functions well even on slower connections.
Disable background app refresh for non-essential apps to conserve data while exploring the Delta.
Activate eSIM before entering Botswana to ensure immediate connectivity upon arrival.
Google Maps offline feature is a lifesaver in areas with weak signals, especially in rural expanses.
Leverage Mascom's MyZaka payment app for easy mobile transactions requiring real-time data.
Watch out for high data consumption by social media apps; adjust settings to reduce auto-play features.
Any phone released after 2018 from these makers supports eSIM. Check our compatibility guide for older models.