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Jacques V

1 reviews | Active since Jun 2015

09 Dec 2025, 17:34

Afrihost – Ongoing Email Issues and Poor Support for Dedicated Hosting Client

I’ve been struggling with a very specific email issue for days, and Afrihost’s support has been incredibly disappointing.

My server-hosted Afrihost email accounts cannot send emails when connected via Vumatel Wi-Fi, as confirmed through multiple tests and screenshots I’ve shared with their team. This issue is isolated only to Afrihost-hosted emails — all other emails (Gmail) work perfectly.

Despite being a dedicated hosting client, I’ve been pushed from one support ticket to another with no continuity and no real understanding of the problem. I’ve repeatedly requested a single dedicated technician or even a simple phone call to properly troubleshoot the issue, but instead I keep receiving responses that don’t address the root cause.

To make matters worse, Afrihost previously acknowledged server issues in writing, yet I continue to receive contradictory replies saying there were “no problems on their side.”

This back-and-forth is unacceptable for a business that relies on stable email communication. I am highly dissatisfied with the lack of ownership, lack of escalation, and lack of proper technical support.

I am posting this here in the hope that someone at Afrihost finally takes this matter seriously and assigns a competent technician to resolve it.

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Replies (2)
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Jacques V's update11 Dec 2025, 16:17
Reviewer Update
It is now two days after posting on HelloPeter, I still have not been contacted by Afrihost management to apologize for the inefficient support I’ve received.

My issue remains unresolved, and support is still unable to correct the errors on my account. In the meantime, my business is under severe pressure as clients may not be receiving my emails.

This is extremely concerning—especially considering that I am paying for a dedicated service. Unfortunately, the quality of support I am receiving feels anything but dedicated.

Each response to my ticket comes from a different technician, requiring me to repeat the same explanation over and over again.

This is not only inefficient but incredibly frustrating. Why can’t someone simply call me to resolve the issue, or assign a single technician to handle the query from start to finish?

At this point, the service is genuinely unacceptable.
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Jacques V's update12 Dec 2025, 10:04
Reviewer Update
Another day has passed with no response, no call, and no effort to resolve the issue or even acknowledge the poor service experienced. This lack of communication is deeply disappointing. Afrihost has historically been known for strong customer service, which makes this experience particularly concerning. If clients are unable to receive timely feedback or effective resolution, it risks undermining the trust that has been built over the years. Consistent service delivery and clear communication are critical, and the absence of both inevitably leads to customer frustration.