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Claim a .africa Domain From TSh 42,120
Continental digital identity
One Extension for the African Continent.
.africa is the geographic top-level domain created for the African continent and the global African community. A name such as brightfuture.africa places your brand under a clear pan-African signal.
- Continental recognition. Instantly associates your project with Africa.
- Open and inclusive. Available to individuals, businesses and organisations with a connection to the continent.
- Modern and memorable. A short, purposeful ending that stands out from generic alternatives.
Live catalogue prices
.africa Domain Pricing
See registration, renewal and transfer costs side by side before you decide.
Start Your Presence
TSh 42,120 / first year
A continental address for brands, organisations and creators across Africa.
Search .africa domainsAnnual Renewal
TSh 42,120 / year
Maintain an existing .africa registration for another year.
View Domain PricesDomain Transfer
TSh 42,120 / transfer
Transfer registrar management of an eligible .africa domain to Truehost.
Transfer a .africa domainPrice note: figures are loaded from the live Truehost catalogue. Taxes, premium names and checkout conditions can change the final total.
Choose the right signal
.africa, .com or a country code?
Different endings communicate different things. Compare purpose and pricing before you commit.
| Which ending fits best? | .africaContinental | .comGlobal classic | Country codesNational focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best suited for | Pan-African brands, organisations & projects | Worldwide commercial presence | Single-country identity |
| Primary signal | African continental identity | International reach | Specific national market |
| First Year | TSh 42,120 | TSh 20,150 | Varies by extension |
| Renewal / Year | TSh 42,120 | TSh 30,888 | Varies by extension |
Related extensions
Other Options to Consider
Browse complementary global and regional endings. Prices update from the current Truehost catalogue.
Practical applications
Where a .africa Domain Works Best
From startups and NGOs to creative projects and continental campaigns, a .africa address carries a clear regional message.
Find Your .africaBusiness & startups
Build a Continental Brand
Signal that your company operates with an African focus or reach.
Campaigns & projects
Make Sharing Simple
A short, purposeful name that works in marketing, media and conversation.
Creators & agencies
Give Your Work a Home
Present portfolios and services under a domain that feels rooted in Africa.
Brand protection
Cover Key Variations
Secure the continental extension alongside other important domain endings.
Everyday control
Manage Your .africa Domain with Ease
Handle DNS, nameservers, renewals and transfers from your Truehost account and connect the domain to the services you already use.
DNS management
Create and edit the records that power websites, email and verification tools.
Nameserver control
Point the domain to any compatible external DNS or hosting platform.
Renewal management
Track the expiry date and renew directly from your account dashboard.
Transfer support
Receive guidance when moving an eligible .africa name to or from Truehost.
Why register here
What You Gain with Truehost
Competitive pricing, practical DNS tools and account security when you register and manage a .africa domain with us.
One-click Cloudflare push
Send your domain to Cloudflare without copying every DNS record by hand.
Transparent first-year price
TSh 42,120 / first year
See the registration cost up front before you reach checkout.
Clear renewal pricing
TSh 42,120 / year
Know the ongoing cost separately from the introductory registration fee.
Free DNS management
Add and update the records needed for websites, email and third-party services.
Free email forwarding
Redirect messages sent to addresses on your domain to an existing inbox.
2FA and domain lock
Protect account access and reduce the risk of unauthorised transfer changes.
Free business email
Professional mailboxes on your .africa domain once the feature is released.
Free website builder
Build and publish a simple site from your account when the tool becomes available.
Coming soon: free business email and the free website builder are planned features and are not included with registrations today.
One domain, many roles
How Your .africa Domain Can Work
A single continental domain can power your public website, branded email, online store and client area through DNS records and subdomains.
- Publish the main site at yourname.africa.
- Create professional addresses such as [email protected].
- Run separate services on shop.yourname.africa or account.yourname.africa.
One brand, several services
Organise Everything Under One Address
Use the main domain for the public face of your brand and subdomains for specialised tools.
| Service | Example address | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Main website | yourbusiness.africa | Company information, products and enquiries |
| Online shop | shop.yourbusiness.africa | Products, orders and payments |
| Customer portal | portal.yourbusiness.africa | Accounts, documents and support |
| Business email | [email protected] | Consistent team communication |
Optional add-ons
Pair Your .africa Domain with Other Services
Add only the email, hosting, website or security product you need. Prices remain linked to the live Truehost catalogue.
Cloud Hosting
From TSh 10,400 / month
Publish your site, manage databases and create mailboxes in one hosting account.
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From TSh 7,935 / month
Create and publish a responsive website at the .africa address you register.
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From TSh 17,602 / month
Run custom applications on a scalable virtual server connected to your domain.
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From TSh 7,800 / year
Protect customer sessions and show browsers that your website uses HTTPS.
View certificates →Technical format
What a Valid .africa Name Looks Like
These rules apply to the label that sits immediately before .africa. Even a correctly formatted name can be unavailable if it is already taken or reserved.
Allowed characters
Not permitted
See Domain Name Examples
| Example | Format | Reason |
|---|---|---|
horizon.africa | Accepted format | Letters only |
horizon-24.africa | Accepted format | Internal hyphen and numbers are allowed |
-horizon.africa | Not accepted | The name begins with a hyphen |
horizon_path.africa | Not accepted | Underscores are not allowed |
Who can register
.africa Registration Overview
.africa is broadly open. Individuals, businesses and organisations around the world may register, with an expected connection to the African continent. Accurate registrant details are required.
Details you will need
What registration does not include
Before you complete the order
Check matching endings
Search the same string in .africa, .com and relevant country codes if brand protection matters.
Check existing rights
Availability in the registry does not mean the name is free of trademarks or other legal claims.
Use durable contact details
Choose an email and postal address that will remain reachable for renewals and notices.
Registry background
Key Facts About .africa
A geographic top-level domain created for the African continent and operated by Registry Africa.
- Registry Africa
- Registry operator
- Official administrator of the .africa gTLD
- 2017
- Public launch
- General availability from July 2017
- Open
- Registration policy
- Broadly available with African connection expected
.africa Registry and Registration Specifications
Open each chapter for technical and policy details.
Visit Registry.AfricaRegistry IdentityThe extension, operator and launch
| Property | Current .africa specification |
|---|---|
| Registration sold here | Second-level .africa name, for example horizon.africa |
| Registration level | Second level directly beneath the .africa geographic top-level domain |
| Parent namespace | .africa, the continental geographic gTLD |
| Registry operator | Registry Africa |
| Public availability | General availability from July 2017 |
Registration RulesEligibility, format and terms
| Property | Current .africa specification |
|---|---|
| Who can register | Individuals, businesses and organisations; a connection to Africa is expected |
| Allocation method | First come, first served when the requested name is available |
| Registration term | Typically 1 year and multi-year options; confirmed at checkout |
| Allowed characters | Unaccented letters a–z, digits 0–9 and internal hyphens |
| Matching extensions | Not included. .africa and other endings must each be registered separately |
DNS & Registry ServicesNameservers, DNSSEC and public data
| Property | Current .africa specification |
|---|---|
| DNSSEC | Supported when the DNS provider supplies compatible signing and DS records |
| Nameservers | Multiple nameservers can be recorded at registry level |
| Domain lookup | Public registration data is available through standard WHOIS and RDAP services |
Lifecycle & ProtectionRenewal, recovery and disputes
| Property | Current .africa specification |
|---|---|
| Expiry recovery | Standard registry grace and redemption periods apply; renew early to avoid interruption |
| Domain disputes | ICANN dispute resolution policies and registry rights-protection mechanisms apply |
After the registration period
What Happens When a .africa Domain Expires?
Renew before the expiry date if you want to keep the name. Standard registry lifecycle stages apply after expiry.
Active
The domain and connected services operate normally. Keep contact and billing details current.
Renewal Due
Renew at TSh 42,120 before the expiry date to avoid disruption.
Expired
A registry grace period usually still allows standard renewal.
Redemption Period
Recovery may still be possible at a higher fee depending on registry status.
Released
If not recovered, the name may become available again and can be registered by someone else.
Longer registration terms
Plan Beyond the First Year
Review available terms below. In checkout you can search for a name, choose a term and confirm the final price.
| Term | Total price | Registration term | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | Confirmed at checkout | 1 year, subject to checkout availability | Search domains for a 1-year term |
| 2 years | Confirmed at checkout | 2 years, subject to checkout availability | Search domains for a 2-year term |
| 3 years | Confirmed at checkout | 3 years, subject to checkout availability | Search domains for a 3-year term |
| 4 years | Confirmed at checkout | 4 years, subject to checkout availability | Search domains for a 4-year term |
| 5 years | Confirmed at checkout | 5 years, subject to checkout availability | Search domains for a 5-year term |
Already registered?
Move an Existing .africa Domain
A transfer only changes the registrar that manages the name. It does not require a new domain or website rebuild.
Transfer — TSh 42,120- 01
Confirm eligibility
Check that the domain can be transferred and that you can access the current registrar account.
- 02
Start the transfer
Enter the existing .africa name in the Truehost transfer order form.
- 03
Complete the steps
Follow the instructions issued by the current registrar, Truehost and the registry.
Common questions
.africa Domain FAQs
Practical answers on continental domain registration, pricing, eligibility, DNS, transfers and expiry.
What is a .africa domain?
.africa is the geographic top-level domain created for the African continent and the global African community. It is operated by Registry Africa and has been publicly available since July 2017.
How much does a .africa domain cost at Truehost?
The live prices displayed on this page are TSh 42,120 for a new registration, TSh 42,120 for renewal and TSh 42,120 for a transfer. The final amount is confirmed at checkout.
Who can register a .africa domain?
Registration is broadly open to individuals, businesses and organisations. A connection to Africa is expected. Accurate registrant information is required.
Is .africa only for companies based in Africa?
No. The extension is intended for the African continent and the wider African community. Registrants outside the continent may still register when they have a relevant connection.
Can I create email addresses on my .africa domain?
Yes. Point the domain to a compatible email provider and create addresses such as [email protected].
Can I host the website with a different provider?
Yes. Update the nameservers or individual DNS records to the values supplied by your chosen hosting platform.
How many years can I register a .africa domain for?
Available terms are shown during checkout. One-year and multi-year options are commonly offered, subject to registry and registrar rules.
Which characters are allowed in a .africa name?
Use unaccented letters, numbers and hyphens placed inside the name. Spaces, underscores, other punctuation and a hyphen at either end are not accepted.
Does buying .africa also give me the matching .com?
No. Each extension is a separate registration. Search both if you want to control the matching brand names.
Who operates the .africa registry?
Registry Africa is the official registry operator for the .africa geographic top-level domain. Truehost provides registration, billing, account tools and support for domains sold on this page.
What happens after a .africa domain expires?
Standard registry grace and redemption periods apply. After those windows the domain may become available again. Renew early to avoid any service interruption.
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