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How to Register a .ac.ke Domain – Requirements
Registering a .ac.ke domain is an essential step for any accredited higher education institution in Kenya to establish a credible and trusted online presence. The process, governed by the Kenya Network Information Centre (KeNIC), requires proper documentation to verify eligibility. Here is a clear, four-stage guide to registering your institution’s domain through telaHosting.ke.
1. Search and Order the Domain
The first step is to check whether your preferred domain name is available.
- Visit the telaHosting.ke domain registration page and use the search tool.
- Enter the full domain name you want, for example,
yourinstitutionname.ac.ke. - Click “Search” to check availability. If available, add it to your cart and continue. If taken, you will need to choose another name.
2. Make the Payment
After selecting your domain name, proceed to checkout.
- Confirm your order details before payment.
- Pay securely through telaHosting.ke using options like bank transfer or online card payment.
- You’ll receive an invoice and confirmation email once payment is successful.
3. Forward the Required Documents
Because .ac.ke domains are reserved for recognized academic institutions, you must provide supporting documents. Submit these via ticket:
- Formal request letter: On official institutional letterhead, signed by the Head of Institution or Registrar. (See sample below.)
- Proof of establishment: A copy of the institution’s registration from the Commission for University Education (CUE) or relevant Kenyan authority.
- Proof of accreditation: Accreditation documents confirming recognition by the Ministry of Education, CUE, or other competent body.
- Authorized ID: A copy of a valid national ID or passport of the authorized person submitting the request.
Sample of the Request Letter
Letterhead of the Institution
[Date]To
Kenya Network Information Centre (KeNIC),
Parkside Towers, Mombasa Road,
P.O Box 1461-00606, Nairobi, Kenya.
Dear Sir/Madam,
Subject: Application for .ac.ke Domain Registration through telaHosting
Our institution, [Your Institution Name], duly recognized by [Name of Accrediting Body], has adopted the domain name [your_domain_name].ac.ke.
We kindly request that the above domain name be registered for our use.
Attached are copies of our registration and accreditation documents for verification.
Thank you for your consideration.
Yours faithfully,
[Signature]
[Name of the Authorized Signatory]
[Position/Title]
4. Wait for Approval
Once you have submitted the documents, telaHosting will forward them to KeNIC for review.
- KeNIC will verify the documents and confirm eligibility.
- Approval usually takes 3–7 business days, depending on verification speed.
- Once approved, you’ll be notified by email, and your .ac.ke domain will be activated. You can then manage it through your client area.
