Browsing: Regulation

External interference threatens Africa’s digital sovereignty and undermines regional governance in AFRINIC’s election.

A look at the creation of the internet from one of its pioneers, Vint Cerf, detailing the crucial decisions, technological leaps, and moments of disbelief.

The collapse of AFRINIC could reshape the landscape of internet governance in Africa, sparking urgent calls for reform and new leadership.

Governance breakdown at AFRINIC jeopardizes Africa’s critical internet resources and threatens the region’s digital future.

AFRINIC’s valid elections still face community doubts, proving legality alone cannot guarantee legitimacy or trust.

Ongoing election controversies at AFRINIC hinder fair resource management and pave the way for IP misuse in Africa.

Small resource holders risk marginalisation when member votes can be annulled by state action; legal protection and inclusion are urgent.

AFRINIC’s image among African internet stakeholders continues to suffer amid governance crises and transparency failures.

AFRINIC members lack legal exit rights; forming a splinter RIR faces legal, technical, and recognition barriers.

A fair proxy voting model for AFRINIC must protect member votes with clear rules, legal backing and independent oversight.

AFRINIC faces the renewed scrutiny over conflicts of interest between its Nomination and Election Committees.

Small ISPs and remote members face debilitating setbacks from AFRINIC election disruptions, demanding legal clarity and safeguards.