ICANN softens its stance on AFRINIC after earlier threats, raising concerns over global internet governance dynamics and regional autonomy.
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AFRINIC’s election collapse prompts Cloud Innovation to call for its dissolution via ICANN’s ICP-2 and RIR handover plan.
A newly adopted document grants authority to assess and de-recognise regional internet registries, bypassing expected community input.
AFRINIC’s collapse raises concerns over Africa’s IP resource management, connectivity, and digital infrastructure future.
What happened: Cloud Innovation calls for liquidation of failed registry Cloud Innovation Ltd has launched a formal call to dissolve…
Cloud Innovation’s call to wind up AFRINIC has sparked debate across ICANN, the NRO, ISPs, and civil society.
Petition to dissolve AFRINIC ignites debate over governance, trust, and whether liquidation is necessary for reform.
The registry’s third-biggest member cites the annulment of the June 23 election as evidence that a democratic election has now become ‘unworkable’.
AFRINIC canceled its 2025 board election over one unverified proxy dispute, discarding valid votes and eroding trust in governance.
AFRINIC’s delayed election faces legal challenges, with observers warning the vote may violate the organisation’s constitution and law.
Cloud Innovation seeks AFRINIC dissolution, citing governance collapse and urging a transition to a compliant successor registry.
Cloud Innovation urges ICANN and NRO to urgently appoint a successor RIR as AFRINIC faces potential legal liquidation.