Pure DSL. No Strings.

Ditch the telephone line and save more than R200 every month*

*Based on the basic Telkom landline rental package at R210pm. Actual monthly saving might differ depending on the landline package you are currently using.

No voice line needed
Saving you more than R200 every month.
True Uncapped DSL
Uncapped. Unshaped. Unthrottled. No usage thresholds.
DSL line & data included
Your all-in-one data solution.

4.7 Google Rating

84062 people just like you rate Afrihost the best ISP in SA

Here's what our say

Trystan Wragg
4 months ago

It has been an absolute pleasure dealing with Afrihost. I initially applied for fibre through Telkom, but after waiting 10 working days with no feedback, I called them only to be told, quite rudely, that there had been an error and I would need to wait a further 7 working days for it to be resolved. I then applied online through Afrihost, and just 3 days later I had WiFi installed and running. Throughout the process, the Afrihost team kept me updated regularly and responded to my queries almost immediately. Every interaction was friendly and professional, and it was clear that they genuinely value their customers. I cannot recommend Afrihost highly enough. I am incredibly impressed with the level of service I received.

Grazelda Martin
7 months ago

My isp is Afrihost but the fibre through Vuma. I never have issues with Afrihost. Always a lovely interaction with the agents. Vumatel seems to be the issue. I have had no internet for a few days now. This is not the first tike this has happened. Last time i was without internet for 14 days. And i not provided an extension or "free" month for the 14 day loss. Anyway. Afrihost has been absolutely fantastic with every interaction.

Bless Kubeka
2 years ago

Hassle free service and you don’t have to deal with service providers who never take your calls. Afrihost has made surfing the internet so much easier. We are spoilt

Tanya Shaw
2 years ago

What a pleasure dealing with afrihost today via what's app with Leanard M, helped me understand the issue, knew what he was talking about, now we know our next step thanks to him.

Fezeka Mpakuf02@gmail.com
2 years ago

I am extremely satisfied with Afrihost's Vumatel Fibre service! The internet speed is consistently fast and reliable, perfect for streaming and working from home. Your customer support team is exceptional – friendly, knowledgeable, and quick to resolve any issues. Highly recommend for anyone seeking dependable fibre internet service!

Chad Abrahams
a year ago

I was very impressed with the level of customer service I received. The staff were friendly, professional, and went out of their way to assist me. Communication was clear and prompt, and my issue was handled efficiently. Overall Rating: 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent service — I truly felt valued as a customer!

STUDIO 371
8 years ago

So I have been with Afrihost for almost a year, it was a rocky road to be honest in the beginning (bad customer care), but all things said and looking at the entire situation as a whole - I would say the positives do out way the negatives. My biggest gripe was having to work with Openserve in trying to successfully schedule a day for Fiber installation, spoiler, four bookings were made and confirmed by Openserve, that never went anywhere, they just would not show up, regardless of the four "technicians", times or dates, they are unreliable in every sense of the word, and I would highly suggest Afrihost drop their partnership with them asap.

Besa Ruele
6 years ago

Have had my fair share of bad experience with ISPs but I’m glad to commend both VUMA and Afrihost for a really speedy fault logging and resolution. I had connectivity drop completely on Friday evening. Logged a call via WhatsApp on Saturday morning, the Afrihost technician was very polite and I got a reply indicating it would be attended to within 3 working days. Quite a bummer given we work from home. Literally 2 hours later, a VUMA technician was on site. He troubleshooted for about 3 hours and then suggested he come back the following day to try one more option. He came back on Sunday and confirmed the problem was a configuration one. This morning, Monday, I gave the feedback to Afrihost and Jehan assisted in reconfig and voila I’m sorted. I was impressed with the quick responses and commitment to solving the problem. Thanks to both VUMA and Afrihost.

Zama Makubalo
4 years ago

My experience so far with Afrihost has been great... Their online assistance is perfect ( which is unusual, normally you don't get that)... I am definitely happy with them.

Deolan pather
a year ago

Sometimes experiences with support can be bad, but I have had continued assistance in a positive manner with Afrihosts whatsapp support. Quick and effective support always,only a message away.Thanks to Beverly for solving my issue with gusto.

Thandazile Mhlongo
2 years ago

I was so frustrated when reaching out to Afrihost but I was so relieved after chatting with Afrihost assistant. Gave solution to my problem with accuracy!

Benjamin Maimba
2 years ago

I don't know what to say about Bryce, its like he was seating in my brains and understanding me to the core. His service is world-class, the level of articulations of client problems is outstanding and he even suggest solutions that clients did not even think about, meaning he has a 360 understanding or products, solutions. His problems solving skills is what amazed me, and within minutes we solved a problem that i thought was a huge one. The big attributes that he has are: Willingness to help not just because he is working, but his desire to connect and help clients and the Love for his work/job, Patience, Diligence, Great Customer Support. I can literally spend the whole day expressing the experience i felt as a customer, but there is something about him that words cannot explain. Kudos to Bryce, and Keep up the excellent work. Continue to touch more clients with this Golden Touch.

Madeleine De Beer
a year ago

I spoke to Apelele, at Afrihost this morning, I have never encountered such friendly nature and people that can take a joke. This person helped me with everything I asked for, and actually I had a smile on my face. I can truly say, if this is how they treat you then there service should definitely be the same. I can surely recommend this service provider.. They are surely GREAT and Apelele, YOU RULE!

Nicole Felix
4 months ago

Afrihost provides great service and easy to access and use. The client support is excellent and they provide you with solutions and advise that works.

Tanika van den Berg
6 years ago

Recently signed up with Afrihost and the experience has been nothing but pleasant so far. The staff are friendly , efficient and quick to respond.

Pure DSL Packages

Uncapped. Unshaped. Unthrottled. Why pay for a telephone line that you don’t even use? Only pay for the DSL line rental and data - saving you more than R200pm!*

DSL may not be available in your area. Use our DSL Coverage Tool to check availability in your area.

5Mbps
R327.00pm
10Mbps
R437.00pm
20Mbps
R637.00pm
40Mbps
R747.00pm
Uncapped Unshaped Unthrottled No thresholds

Terms and Conditions

General terms

  • Although we endeavour to keep our coverage data as accurate as possible, we are reliant on the maps provided to us by Openserve, which may sometimes have slight inaccuracies.
  • The advertised line speeds are a representation of the maximum possible throughput on that package. This speed is dependent on and varies from exchange to exchange as regulated by Openserve. In certain areas, some speeds are not achievable.
  • Due to Openserve infrastructure restrictions, some line speeds may not be available in your area. Check coverage in your area to see which packages are available in your area.
  • All Pure DSL packages are subject to an Acceptable Use Policy.
  • Pure DSL accounts are locked to a single location. The location it gets locked to is the location you supply during sign up.
  • Regular Openserve copper line required to apply for a Pure DSL package. A voice line, however, is not required.
  • Performance is subject to contention. This means that data speeds and latency may be affected by factors outside of Afrihost’s control or demand for bandwidth at any given time.

*Save more than R200 every month

  • Based on a basic Telkom Landline rental package at R210pm. Actual monthly saving might differ depending on the landline package you are currently using.

1 - Shaping and prioritisation

  • Pure DSL packages are uncapped, unshaped and unthrottled. There are no usage thresholds so you can use as much data as you like, whenever you like. No throttling or shaping will be applied.

2 - Setup fee

  • Afrihost reserves the right to change the promotion at any time. While stocks last. E&OE.

Need a Modem?

Get more coverage for your home with our Wi‑Fi routers.

They help you keep your mobile devices and computers connected to Wi‑Fi with a reliable connection and expanded coverage in every corner of your home.

D-Link DSL-2740U

N‑300Mbps Wireless Speed

Great Wireless Coverage

2x External Antennas

Huawei HG659

AC‑1300Mbps Wireless Speed

Good Wireless Coverage

3G Failover via USB Modem

Getting Connected

Pure DSL is the way DSL was meant to be - uncapped, unshaped and unthrottled. And you only pay for the DSL line rental and data - saving you more than R200pm.*

Select which scenario suits you best, and we’ll guide you through the steps to get connected to Pure DSL.

*Save more than R200 every month Based on a basic Telkom Landline rental package at R210pm. Actual monthly saving might differ depending on the landline package you are currently using.
4x ISP of the Year Winner
Most wins by an ISP
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Top DSL ISP Winner
Gear of the year award
Awarded by htxt.africa
3x IT Person of the Year Winner
Afrihost CEO Gian Visser
Awarded by MyBroadband

Why choose Afrihost

20 years of loving clients and technology - who better to trust with your internet?

DECADES of experience
Along the way we've grown from zero, won ISP of the year multiple times and learnt the hard way how an ISP should be run.
No fixed-term contracts. No paperwork
All packages are month to month. You can change your mind at any time. And if you don't love us you can leave whenever you want.
We just do things better
We LOVE our clients. We LOVE technology. And we LOVE making things better. Better Speeds. Better Systems. Better Service.
True uncapped broadband
There are no usage thresholds. No special time you need to use your data. No shaping. No throttling. All the speed, all the time - no matter your usage.
No voice line needed
Why pay for a voice landline that you don’t even use? With Pure DSL you only pay for the DSL line rental and data - saving you more than R200 every month!

Need help?

Getting started with Pure DSL

How is Pure DSL different from other DSL products?

Unlike regular DSL, you do NOT need to pay for a voice landline that you don’t even use. With Pure DSL you only pay for the DSL line rental and data - saving you more than R200 every month!

How to get connected to Pure DSL

Follow our Getting Connected guide for step-by-step instructions.

How long will it take to get connected?

Once you’ve signed up for a Pure DSL package, Openserve will have to install the new DSL services at your premises. This can take up to 14 working days.

Checking Pure DSL coverage

How to check if you have Pure DSL coverage in your area

Use our Coverage Tool to check if DSL is available in your area.

Will all line speeds be available in covered areas?

No, not all line speeds will be available in all covered areas. This is because of infrastructure restrictions on Openserve’s side. Please use our Coverage Tool to check which packages are available in your area.

If you do not have Pure DSL coverage in your area

If DSL is not available in your area, we’ll check if any of our other data solutions are available. You can also choose to give us your details and we’ll let you know as soon as one of our Internet solutions becomes available in your area.

Shaping and prioritisation

Are your DSL packages shaped?

No, all Pure DSL packages are uncapped, unshaped and unthrottled. There are no usage thresholds so you can use as much data as you like, whenever you like. No throttling or shaping will be applied.

General questions

Is the price of the DSL line included in the package price?

Yes, the price you see is the price you pay! All Pure DSL packages are bundled, so the price is for both your data and the line rental, all-inclusive.

Will I have to pay a setup fee?

No, if you sign up with Pure DSL today, we will cover the setup fee of R999. Please note that this is a limited offer and Afrihost reserves the right to change this at any time.

Do I need a copper line to use Pure DSL?

Yes, you’ll need an existing copper line at your premises to connect to Pure DSL. You do not, however, need to pay for voice line rental to get connected to Pure DSL. You only need to pay for the DSL line rental and data.

Please note that because Pure DSL is a separate service from regular DSL, Openserve will have to install the new DSL services at your premises. This can take up to 14 working days.

I do not have a copper line, can I get one installed?

Unfortunately Openserve will NOT do any new installations of copper lines.

Can I use my current DSL modem?

Yes, you can use any DSL-ready Wi-Fi modem with Pure DSL. Need a new modem? Check out our DSL Modems and Wi-Fi page for more information.

Will my Pure DSL package be locked to a single location?

Yes, Pure DSL packages are locked to a single location.

Can existing Afrihost DSL clients get Pure DSL?

Yes, existing Afrihost DSL clients can sign up for Pure DSL.

Please note, however, that Pure DSL is a service separate from your existing DSL Internet. You’ll have to sign up for a new package via our website and Openserve will have to install new DSL services at your premises.

Follow our Getting Connected guide for instructions on how to get Pure DSL.

Please note that if you change from an older Afrihost DSL package to Pure DSL, you will NOT be able to change back.