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.africa Domains for Brands Across the Continent

One address for a brand that works in more than one African country.

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How much does a .africa domain cost?

The short answer: A .africa domain costs KES 5,000 a year at NairoHost. It suits brands that trade across the continent and want one name that is not tied to a single country. You can search for a .africa name and register it at checkout, paying in shillings by M-Pesa.

Price per year
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.africa KES 5,000 KES 5,000 KES 5,000

Prices as of September 2026, check the domain search for the current rate. Page last updated 10 September 2026.

Key facts
Type Geographic top-level domain
Best for Brands working across Africa
Pay with M-Pesa, in KES
Minimum term 1 year

Who uses a .africa domain?

.africa works for organisations whose audience is bigger than one country: regional businesses, pan-African campaigns, events, networks and media. It says where you work without tying you to Kenya alone.

If nearly all your customers are Kenyan, .co.ke or .ke will feel more familiar to them. .africa earns its place when you are building a presence in several markets.

Should I use .africa alongside .co.ke?

A common setup is .africa as the regional home and .co.ke for the Kenyan market, either as its own local site or as a redirect. Registering both keeps the name consistent wherever customers look for you.

.africa .co.ke
Audience Several African countries Mainly Kenya
Example yourbrand.africa yourbrand.co.ke
Price per year KES 5,000 KES 1,000

Does a .africa domain help SEO in Kenya?

Not by itself. A .africa domain does not tell Google that your site is for Kenya the way a Kenyan extension can. A site aimed at Kenyan searchers still needs Kenyan content, a Kenyan address and phone number, and links from Kenyan sites. Choose .africa for the brand, not for rankings.

How do I register a .africa domain?

Have the name, the registrant's details and your M-Pesa phone ready.

  1. Search for the name

    Type the name into the domain search and pick .africa. Keep it short, easy to spell over the phone, and free of hyphens if you can.

  2. Add it to your cart

    Choose how many years to register for, and add hosting or email if you need them. Everything is priced in KES.

  3. Pay by M-Pesa

    Complete checkout in the client area. The domain is registered to the details you enter, so use your organisation's details, not your web designer's.

  4. Point it at your website and email

    Use our nameservers if your hosting is with us, or add DNS records for a host elsewhere. DNS changes can take a few hours to show everywhere.

Questions

Questions about .africa domains

How much is a .africa domain?
A .africa domain costs KES 5,000 for one year at NairoHost, paid in shillings. Check the domain search for the current rate before you pay.
Who can register a .africa domain?
You can search for a .africa name and register it at checkout like any other domain. If a particular name cannot be registered, the search will tell you.
Is .africa good for SEO in Kenya?
It does not help rankings on its own. For Kenyan searchers, what counts is Kenyan content and local signals on the site. Many brands use .africa for their regional site and .co.ke for Kenya.
Can I pay for a .africa domain with M-Pesa?
Yes. It is priced in KES and you pay by M-Pesa at checkout.
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