# Africall

> Save money on calls to ALL ZIMBABWE networks.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.africallconnect](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.africallconnect)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.africallconnect`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** AfriCall Connect
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 62,475
- **Rating:** 3.06 / 5 (232 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.3.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-13
- **First published:** 2018-02-01
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 43 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.africallconnect)
- **Website:** [http://africallconnect.com](http://africallconnect.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://africallconnect.com/privacy-policy/](https://africallconnect.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Africall is a Chrome extension designed to help you save money when making calls to all Zimbabwe networks. Using your phone's internet connection (4G/3G/Wi-Fi), Africall allows you to make calls that recipients receive as standard calls without any extra steps required on their end. To get started, simply download Africall, create an account, credit it via online payments, and start calling. The app focuses exclusively on calls to Zimbabwe, ensuring cost-effective and easy communication.

Dedicated customer support is available via phone or email for any questions. Africall makes calling Zimbabwe convenient, affordable, and hassle-free by leveraging internet connectivity and streamlined payment methods.

## Rankings

- #272,028 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_PHONE_CALL`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS`
- `com.africallconnect.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Many users appreciate the value for money and ease of use when the Africall app works properly. However, frequent crashes, connectivity problems including calls dropping or not disconnecting properly, and poor customer service are common complaints. Users report issues with disappearing credit and account deletions without notice, significantly impacting their experience.

### Pros

- Good value for money on calls when the app works properly
- App is easy to use according to some users
- App can work well on older devices and with certain networks
- Users have received credited money back on occasion

### Cons

- App frequently crashes, freezes, or shows a blank screen
- Connectivity issues with calls dropping, not connecting, or poor call quality
- Problems with disconnecting calls leading to continued charges
- Customer service is unresponsive, unhelpful, or rude
- Issues with credit disappearing or account deletion without warning

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.africallconnect)