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For many African students studying abroad, one of the first challenges they face upon arrival is how to stay connected. International roaming is expensive, local SIM registration can be time-consuming, and public Wi-Fi is rarely reliable. This was exactly the case for a Ghanaian student who recently moved to Canada for university. Instead of relying on traditional methods, she opted for a digital solution—an eSIM from Prestmit—and it changed her entire experience. What is an eSIM? An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a programmable SIM that comes built into modern smartphones. It doesn’t require any physical card to be inserted. With just a QR code, users can activate a mobile data plan from anywhere in the world. For students, this means no more standing...

The remote work revolution has swept across the globe, and Africa is no exception. But whether you're a Nigerian virtual assistant working for a client in Europe or a Ghanaian software developer living the digital nomad lifestyle, one issue persists—reliable internet access while abroad. Thankfully, there’s a smarter solution than juggling physical SIM cards or relying on unstable hotel Wi-Fi. That solution is called eSIM—and platforms like Prestmit are making it incredibly accessible to Africans. What is an eSIM? An eSIM, or embedded SIM, is a digital version of a traditional SIM card that lives inside your device. You activate it by scanning a QR code—no need for any physical cards, tools, or visits to local stores. For instance, imagine Ade, a remote...