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

75354 people just like you rate Afrihost the best ISP in SA

Here's what our say

JP Duminy
6 years ago

JAN S on the WhatsApp service was pleasant and effortless. He's assistance made it a easy and comfortable experience. Explained options and solutions with no effort to the point and clear. Thank you Jan S.

Kgomotso Seoketsa
2 months ago

I am a very please client indeed. I couldn't have opted for anything else. They are amazing, I using them for my website and now I'm fully connected by them.

Andries Oosthuizen
5 years ago

Their Offices in Rivonia are world class with very well equipped client support centres and probably the quickest response time in both service and sales.

Romaine Govender
6 years ago

I have never had a problem with service.. The response time is quick.. The app is easy to use. I would recommend afrihost Ricky S assistance was exceptional.

Sandy Webb
4 months ago

Super awesome. Lerato had so much patience with me as I don't know anything about wifi and internet connections. I would recommend tgem to everyone

Waldo Kilian
2 years ago

No waiting for 40 mins on a call to eventually not have your issues solved like my previous isp. Afrihost whatsapp chat is easy to use and responses are quick. And calling in on the toll free line gets you connected to knowledgeable technical staff that actually understands tech jargon.

Marvin Mazibuko
5 years ago

So far so good. I am enjoying the overall experience. The internet service is fantastic – it has its rare shortfalls, but a perfect world is boring right?! The customer service, however, is a hit and miss (to be fair, it is over 60% a hit in my experience). It depends on who takes the call. Some agents are great, some can do with a little to a lot of help (again, depends on who takes the call) with customer service delivery.

cheslin thevaraj
5 years ago

So simple and easy to sign up. WhatsApp chatting is so quick and efficient. Communicating with a service provider has never been so easy. Im very impressed. Hopefully the internet service will live upto your high standards.

Nabeelah Sables
6 years ago

I had a real great experience on the WhatsApp chat with afrihost. The consultant who assisted me was incredible and solved my problem remotely within mins. Thank you!!!

Sdcompucell Smart
5 months ago

Very pleasurable to work with afrihost. The rica proccess is a pain to do as they are very picky but other than that Service is very quick and helpfull.

Ray Khuboni
7 months ago

They are responsive whenever assistance is needed, and matters are handled as quickly as possible. The availability of alternative communication options has made it easier for different people to reach out.

Bonny Howle
2 years ago

I am so glad I moved to Afrihost as my internet service provider! Outstanding service within minutes to resolve any problem! I am so impressed. Thank you Afrihost.

Leon Labuschagne
2 years ago

I contacted Afrihost via WhatsApp this morning and didn't have much faith that I would be assisted, based on experience from other companies. All I can say is Wow, how I was proved wrong. Musa Khumalo promptly assisted me, and in no time my issue was resolved. Well done, it gave me hope that there is still customer service out there.

Gerald Albertyn
6 years ago

Made use of the WA contact support option which was an absolute pleasure. Response was quick, professional and accurate/to the point with no ambiguity from Blessing. A different experience when compared to most other call centres/WA support contact points that I have dealt with previously!

Gerrit van Zyl
3 months ago

After fighting with WEBAFRICA for the last 20 days about a line fault. I decided to cancel my account with them and move over to Afrihost. I looked online on user reviews and chose the top ISP on the list. Within 2 days, “Veronique P” helped me with the new account, and the router was delivered. But WEBAFRICA would not release the line. They had constant excuses, questions left unanswered or just left me hanging on their chats for hours on end without a response, or a reply saying… “Hi ********, it seems there hasn't been communication between you and our agent for some time. This chat will now be closed. If you'd still like to speak to an agent, please start a new chat session. The new agent will have a copy of your last conversation.” (they did not, I had to explain every time) I have been with them for well over 10 years. But they lost me when they chose a WhatsApp and online bot to replace an actual person. I could immediately tell they did not have the support staff needed for their client base. I spent over 30 hours on hold (in the last 20 days) …. and maybe 20min of that talking to an actual person. Constant transfers to someone new that has no idea of the last 6 hours I spent explaining what the issue is, and then no answers and being transferred once again. This is what kills the trust between service provider and client. That being said. It is such a relief to have an actual person to talk to, one person, no transfers to someone else being left on hold. After my interactions with WEBAFRICA, I expected days to go by before I would get an answer as I do understand there are 3rd parties involved. But “Vusi G” got me up and running within 2 hours. Considering, most of that was waiting for a response to simple questions he needed answers to from WEBAFRICA I do not know all the ins or outs of what is needed on the backend. But your Online staff and system is fantastic. I get answers when I ask, an explanation when confused and a constant check in to see if I am still there. Do not change this, it is such an important part of human interaction. And as of now, “Vusi G”, and the rest of the team, are smashing it!!!!!!! Please do not change a thing!!!!

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?

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.