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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Esti Kruger

2 years ago

I will be with Afrihost a year in April 2024 - it's probably the best network provider/service I've ever had/ received in my life. WILL NEVER MOVE!! #ThankYouAfrihost

Ink & Ideas

8 months ago

We are a new small business and chose Afrihost for our domain and hosting. Due to this being all brand new, there were learning curves and Afrihost was diligent in helping me understand every step of the way, making the onboarding process less stressful. Best of all, the WhatsApp line is available to provide support 24x7 (not machine prompts either). Thank you!

Devon Smithers

7 years ago

Best customer service I've had over an extended period of time I've ever experienced. Multiple contact channels, responsive to issues (which are rare) and transparent. App just works. Prices are good.

Nkosinathi Mthalane

a year ago

Had a great experience with Kgothatso, her prompt response and her sense of humor was amazing. She basically assisted me with my problem on WhatsApp and made me laugh 😃. Because of her customer service I would strongly recommend Afrihost to anyone.

Nomzamo Events Management

a year ago

Very happy with Afrihost. I placed an order, and my internet was installed the same day. I am on month 3 with them and no issues. Great customer service when I went to collect my router at theirhead office. Very welcoming.

Nelisa Shongwe

5 years ago

Great service. I have been using Afrihost for 5 months, and have had the best experience. I am getting the bandwidth I am paying for at all times. Happy customer.

Melvin Prins

5 years ago

I want to express my appreciation for the manner in which my problem has Been dealt with calmly and respectfully. A big thumps up to Linda and Thabiso!!

Sadi Ngwansu

8 months ago

The consultant are very welcoming and very passionate when explaining things to you.am very happy with the service when the is something happening they alert you in time.

Dimitri Vlachos

4 years ago

I have to say, out of every company I have dealt with, Afrihost has, by far, the best technical support. It is a PLEASURE to deal with them, they are always fast, knowledgeable and helpful and frankly no one else can hold a candle to them. I have been using Afrihost for years, for email and website hosting, and I don't see myself changing anytime soon. I definitely recommend them.

Maverick Coltman

5 years ago

Afrihost is my web host of choice because of their friendly, efficient service and amazing support team. I never had any problems with them, even on my month to month mobile data deals that I had in the past.

Brian Ndlovu

6 years ago

The offices are exceptional quality and the service is exceptional. Please give us better prices on the mobile data you guys used to be the ones with the best prices on all platforms.

Adele Madigoe

5 months ago

Celumusa from Afrihost really assisted me well she was clear concise and to the point and sorted my problem out quickly thank you for your professionalism

Leo-Martyn Heymans

3 years ago

Outstanding service. Received assistance from Afrihost’s Vusi Moleti (Fibre section) who assisted me in the transition and line transfer from a previous ISP. He stayed on the phone with me and kept me updated frequently on all stages. Had issues with the previous ISP not releasing the line and was told the transfer could take up to 15 days after cancellation. Everything was sorted and up and running within 3 days from coming into contact with Vusi. Thank you Sir, you are a true master of your craft.

Dumisani Mupfurutsa

a year ago

Service is always really good and they've proven reliable over the last 2 years. My only issue is that their phone lines don't work on holidays and weekends. They do have a very helpful WhatsApp help centre that's available daily, but it also has shorter hours on weekends and holidays. So if you have an issue on a holiday, depending on the time, you might have to sit tight until normal business hours

Lloyd David Young

5 years ago

Afrihost is a really great company to deal with in regards to hosting. They have always been super helpful when ever I needed help with my website. Well done guys, keep it up.

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.