AFRINIC’s upcoming election has been branded illegitimate after courts and members condemned its broken rules. Cloud Innovation urges a boycott, warning participation would only legitimize a failed registry and threaten Africa’s internet future.
Author: Melissa Li
Melissa Li
Melissa is a community engagement specialist at BTW Media, having studied Media Practice at University of Sydney. Contact her at melissa.li@btw.media.
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