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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Here's what our say

Lynne Hodgskin

25 days ago

I'm housesitting and have not had coverage for a few days. Even though I didn't have the information that was required my question about Pietermaritzburg experiencing a problem with connectivity, was answered immediately.

Jody Fester

2 years ago

I have on several occasions used Afrihost for fibre connectivity and they are quick and efficient and no holding on in callcentre queues, simply contact them on whatsapp or self service on their app CS Zone which is really easy to navigate.

Julie John

3 years ago

I just had the most awesome customer service experience..ever👍 Thulanie was efficient and patient ( being techno ignorant)and within minutes I was signed up. Wish all service providers could mirror this level of service.

ephraim brighton gotora

2 years ago

I was assisted by an agent named Buhle M, they are the best. I had been straggling to get my domains to work and all I could get was apologies and to be patient. But Buhle knew where to look and how to assist me. Thanks Buhle, your bosses owe you.

Andrew Stevenson

6 years ago

Their Client Portal offers everything you need for web hosting and takes a lot of the hassle out of setting up a domain and hosting package. Support staff are also friendly and knowledgeable.

nthabiseng mokoena

2 years ago

Glen M was extremely professional, patient, and helpful throughout our WhatsApp interaction. He listened carefully to my questions and concerns, and provided clear and thorough responses. Glen's demeanor was friendly and reassuring, which made the process smooth and stress-free. I was very impressed by Glen's product knowledge and his ability to explain things in an easy-to-understand way. He took the time to ensure I had all the information I needed and did not rush me at any point. Overall, the service I received from Glen was exceptional. He is a credit to your company and I would highly recommend him to others. Please pass along my sincere thanks for his outstanding customer service.

Pat Lobakeng

6 months ago

Afrihost's customer service is exceptional, thanks to a team that consistently demonstrates a commitment to excellence, addressing issues with dedication and expertise. I would strongly recommend Afrihost to anyone seeking reliable and superior wifi or fibre services.

Melissa Tromp

2 years ago

Thank you Afrihost's Bonginkosi for the amazing client services. I did not experience this in a very long time from other services. I would recommend Bonginkosi and Afrihost anytime.

zarina Tiger

21 days ago

Amazing experience from building a website and hosting. Staff is friendly and the service is super fast!! Keep up the great work Afrihost team!! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Narcisse Masirika

a year ago

I have used Afrihost in two properties. They have a good and reliable connection. The customer service is understanding and very helpful. Communication through WhatsApp has made it possible to provide them with pictures of the issue, which lead to a quick and helpful solution.

Nathaniel / Nats

4 years ago

I had a problem with intermittent connection and speed, and when I contacted Afrihost and see I need to communicate via WhatsApp I thought this is going to be a disaster l, but it was totally the opposite, sufficient and they solved my problem without any headaches Athzr was the technical person that dealt with my problem and a big thumbs up to him, really friendly and he does not let you feel like an idiot seeing that not all of us is IT guru's, some of us is still a bit BC. Big thumbs up for Afrihost I would recommend them as a service provider any day. Good products, well priced and awesome service and support. Support is from 07:00 to 20:00. Really a convenient company to do business with.

Allaveya Van Reenen

a year ago

Afrihost staff is very helpful and the problem get sorted out immediately. Thank you to Shingirai for her help and efforts and for going the extra mile and being very polite.

Maud Le Hello

6 years ago

Afrihost is always responding quickly. I love the whatsapp chatting functionality. Works very well. All my issues/ questions are always resolved timeously. :)

Jaco Becker

9 months ago

Great array of products and services. Good response time from support staff. Ability to manage products and services via client console is a major benefit. Highly recommended.

Mike Nimmo

2 years ago

We have been with Afrihost as our fiber supplier for six months now, and we couldn't be happier with their service. They have consistently provided us with excellent support and have been a pleasure to work with.

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.