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.

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73583 people just like you rate Afrihost the best ISP in SA

Here's what our say

Lientjie Oelofse

3 years ago

I was assisted within seconds from my query on WhatsApp. I wish all service desks / client service / help desks will implement a WhatsApp service.

Susan Arderne

5 years ago

I would recommend Afrihost as a Service Provider as they have always been very understanding, patient and helpful when I have contacted their support centre. Their packages are reasonable and their service excellent My only gripe is that they do not have an affordable uncapped package. We do not all have access to fibre (there is none where I live) and we cannot all pay R2000 for the MTN package. They need something a lot more reasonable so that people with limited income can still have a decent internet service. Otherwise I highly recommend Afrihost as an ISP.

nikki88875

2 years ago

Had to jump ship from MWeb to Afrihost and couldn’t be happier. Afrihost has incredible customer service - responded quickly and efficiently and had issues resolved with 5 mins. Thank you Afrihost!

Irene Nemasetoni

4 years ago

I was satisfied with Afrihost. I think it's quicker to use the WhatsApp platform. I submitted my request for emigration 0n 12 Oct and on 15 Oct it was active. This is because there was no cabling required I was using my old connection and device. Also, I made follow-up via WhatsApp which enables prompt action on their side. I find it much easier TO CONTACT than my previous ISP. I highly recommend. Their service so far is good.

anton de swardt

6 years ago

Its always good to work with Afrihost, yes there are some hiccups but this is sorted really quick if you bring it to their attention. There call support always tries to help you to the best of their ability. I have had a small few where it just seems like the caller is reading from a document and not using logic, most of them help you without those pre-typed questions and answers. The internet is good as well, stable for most of the month, when its not that stable you still get around 60% of your line. Well done on the work and efforts you put in.

Nikita Van Rooyen

3 years ago

I have never had a bad experience with Afrihost, costumer service is great and always receive fast responses! They have all the Packages you would need at very Affordable prices, Highly recommend Afrihost to anyone.

Siyanda Mbombo

3 years ago

Afrihost is the best there is, from sign up to how efficient they are when assisting. They always ready to help and keep their promises. Why u would be with any other provider is baffling to me 🙃

Brent Johnson

2 years ago

Have had great service level and technical assistance, down to isolating a Fibre fault between the road to my house, and they arranged all the admin for me. Highly recommend

Janet Ashcroft

3 years ago

Afrihost has been my ISP for 6 years now. I have had very minimal issues with them over the years and their service has been really great - especially with the option that they brought in a few years back to communicate with an agent over Whatsapp chat to speedily resolve any issues speedily. They have really improved their quality of service over the years. Afrihost as an ISP has been great!

Jo T

a year ago

Hi, I am an Afrihost fibre user and rarely have connections problems unlike many neighbours in our complex. Also, getting in contact with a consultant improves my understanding and ability of some IT terms. Keep up with the good work Afrihost.

Tafadzwa Vahuku

22 days ago

Got assisted by Sandra K, she is a Superstar, she knows what she is doing. She is a BEAST. I'm so grateful she assisted me. Thank you Sandra K

FeistyFastingSuccess

5 years ago

Your whatsapp service ROCKS! Time and again, you guys help me to resolve hosting issues as a DIY techno-explorer. Thulanie made me feel like I really mattered today... with a few little niceties in the messages... and I felt as though I wasnt just another number on the system... thank you.

Nonny Tshabalala

3 years ago

So, in my view this is the best ISP. Their pricing is slightly higher than competitors but it’s worth it. I’ve never been left hanging with queries, there’s always someone who helps me on WhatsApp, telephonically or I can resolve the issue on clientzone (their website) been using them since 2019 and I’m very happy still at 2023.

Rulof Scheepers

4 months ago

So far, so Great. No issues. Their App is Brilliant. Complete control, and able to do anything. Billing. Location etc. Honestly, I am impressed.

Sergio Viljoen

4 months ago

Although, technically, AfriHost was challenged by elements outside their control and still their Staff, via WhatsApp, was so helpful and willing to investigate and find answers to my concern.

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; Awarded by MyBroadband

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?

WhatsApp - 071 883 5005: Chat directly on your mobile or desktop.

help.afrihost.com: Guides, troubleshooting and video tutorials.

answers.afrihost.com: Join our community-driven support platform.

Getting started with Pure DSL

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!

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

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

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

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 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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.