What is .AFRICA?

.AFRICA is a geographic generic top-level domain (gTLD) representing Africa as a region.

It is often used by businesses, organizations, cultural projects, and initiatives that want to show a connection to Africa or African audiences.

Who can register?

Registration rules may vary depending on registry policies. Some names may be reserved or subject to specific requirements, so it is best to review current policies before choosing a domain.

Why businesses/people/organizations choose .AFRICA

  • Clear association with Africa
  • Useful for pan-African initiatives and organizations
  • Relevant for regional businesses and cultural projects
  • Supports place-based and community-focused branding

History and Background of the .AFRICA Domain

The .AFRICA domain extension was delegated in 2017 as a geographic generic top-level domain representing Africa. IANA lists .AFRICA as a generic top-level domain, with ZA Central Registry NPC trading as Registry.Africa as the sponsoring organization.

Its use was largely limited to businesses, organizations, institutions, and projects that wanted to highlight a connection to Africa, African communities, or pan-African identity.

Why you might not choose .AFRICA

Before choosing a .AFRICA domain, consider audience scope and positioning.

  • Regional focus: It strongly suggests a connection to Africa or African audiences.
  • Broad meaning: Africa is a large and diverse region, so additional context may be needed.
  • User habits: Some visitors may still default to .com.

Because of these factors, Website.com currently focuses on proven, widely recognized extensions such as .COM, .NET, and .ORG. .AFRICA domains are not currently available for registration through Website.com.

Similar alternatives available at Website.com

  • .COM – The most widely recognized general-purpose domain.
  • .NET – Often used for online platforms and services.
  • .ORG – Suitable for organizations and communities.
  • .INFO – Useful for informational websites.

FAQs

What is .AFRICA used for?

.AFRICA is commonly used for businesses, organizations, initiatives, and cultural projects connected to Africa.

Is .AFRICA a country-code domain?

No. .AFRICA is a geographic generic top-level domain, not a country-code domain.

Is .AFRICA only for organizations based in Africa?

Registry rules may vary, but the extension is generally associated with websites connected to Africa or African audiences.