Type
New Generic TLD
Introduced
2017
Registry Operator
ZA Central Registry NPC
Registration
Open registration, available to anyone worldwide
About .africa
The .africa TLD is a geographic top-level domain representing the African continent, intended for businesses, organizations, and individuals with ties to Africa. It was launched after a lengthy ICANN dispute and endorsed by the African Union Commission. It is operated by ZA Central Registry, which also manages South Africa's .za namespace.
.africa pricing
| Action | Price | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Register | $32.49 | 1 year |
| Renew | $32.49 | per year |
| Transfer in | $32.49 | adds 1 year |
Prices in USD and include free WHOIS privacy and DNS management. Final price is confirmed at checkout.
Register a .africa domain
Get your .africa domain for $32.49/yr, with free WHOIS privacy included.
Check .africa availabilityFrequently asked questions
- How much does a .africa domain cost?
- A .africa domain costs $32.49 per year to register at MyDomains.tech, and renews at $32.49 per year. Transferring an existing .africa domain to us costs $32.49 and adds a year to your registration.
- Who can register a .africa domain?
- .africa is open for registration to anyone worldwide. There are no residency, business, or eligibility requirements.
- Who operates the .africa registry?
- .africa is operated by ZA Central Registry NPC, and was introduced in 2017. MyDomains.tech is a domain reseller: we register through ICANN-accredited registrars, so your domain is recorded with the official registry. The sponsoring registrar varies by extension and is shown with your domain in your client area.
- Does a .africa domain include WHOIS privacy?
- Yes. Every .africa domain registered with MyDomains.tech includes free WHOIS privacy where the registry permits it, replacing your personal contact details in the public WHOIS record.