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Banco de Cabo Verde central bank profile
Banco de Cabo Verde is Cape Verde’s central bank. It manages the oversees monetary policy and supervises financial institutions and fintech.
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ICANN’s authority vs. AFRINIC’s operational autonomy
ICANN extends control over Africa’s internet, while AFRINIC’s governance failures prompt calls for its dissolution.
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AFRINIC vs other RIRs: A governance breakdown
AFRINIC’s governance crisis contrasts sharply with other RIRs like RIPE NCC and APNIC, raising global questions about accountability.
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AFRINIC collapses as courts rule against seizures
AFRINIC’s collapse exposes critical flaws in RIR governance models, warning other registries to reform or face similar failure.
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Mauritian court to hear AFRINIC liquidation petition amid governance crisis
The future of the African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC) is at a crossroads as the organisation faces a petition for liquidation in Mauritius. Cloud Innovation Ltd has filed for the winding-up of AFRINIC, seeking the appointment of a liquidator to dissolve the organisation.…
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Kurtis Lindqvist steps in: ICANN CEO challenges AFRINIC election
ICANN has initiated legal action over AFRINIC’s flawed June 2025 board election, demanding transparency and warning of sanctions.
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AFRINIC designated a ‘declared company’ by Prime Minister of Mauritius
AFRINIC, Africa’s internet registry, has been designated a ‘declared company’ by Mauritius’ Prime Minister amid mounting legal and operational failures.
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AFRINIC’s proxy vote scandal: What went wrong?
AFRINIC’s election annulment reveals governance instability, raising serious concerns over transparency and regional internet stewardship.
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ICANN CEO Lindqvist’s actions spark debate over Mauritius’ internet oversight
Kurt Lindqvist’s letter sparks debate over AFRINIC’s liquidation in Mauritius, raising questions about oversight, sovereignty and Africa’s internet future.
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LKNOG 9 Day 1: Key insights into AI and network evolution
The first day of the LKNOG 9 Conference set the stage for a week of learning and networking, with an opening ceremony showcasing Sri Lankan traditions. Keynote sessions covered the growing role of AI in network infrastructure, while afternoon discussions addressed key topics such…
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Cloud Innovation draws scrutiny in AFRINIC power struggle
Cloud Innovation’s legal push against AFRINIC raises concerns over self-interest and regional internet stability in Africa.
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How ICANN’s ICP‑2 policies apply to AFRINIC
ICANN’s ICP‑2 policies give it more control over AFRINIC, while Cloud Innovation calls for appointing a new RIR.
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AFRINIC is now a ‘declared company’ – what does that mean?
AFRINIC’s declared company status underscores its governance failure, prompting renewed calls for reform and regional internet oversight.
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Who is Benjamin Eshun? Ex-AFRINIC chairman who couldn’t let go
Benjamin Eshun, ex-AFRINIC chairman, remains a key figure in governance disputes, sparking debate over leadership accountability.
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Mauritius PM’s rationale for designating AFRINIC a declared company – Why the PM stepped in
Mauritius declares AFRINIC a “declared company”, placing it under legal oversight following election failures and governance concerns.
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Who is Eddy Kayihura? The scandalous past of AFRINIC’s former CEO
Eddy Kayihura’s leadership at AFRINIC ended in scandal, defiance of court rulings, and a governance breakdown.
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ICANN threatens to derecognize AFRINIC after years of silence
ICANN’s threat to derecognize AFRINIC raises concerns, with critics calling it politically motivated after years of neglect.
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ICANN CEO’s opposition to legal POAs will deter participation in AFRINIC elections
ICANN CEO Kurt Lindqvist’s stance against proxy voting in AFRINIC’s 2025 election threatens inclusive participation and governance equity.
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IETF 123 advances in Madrid following hackathon conclusion
IETF 123 continues in Madrid after hackathon closes; side meetings and protocol sessions run through 25 July.
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National Communications Authority: Shaping Ghana’s networks
Ghana’s NCA regulates telecoms, spectrum, and digital services to ensure reliable and secure national communications infrastructure.
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RIR Watchdog
Five regional sessions tracking allocation policy, board legitimacy, and institutional continuity.
Open RIR WatchdogCase File
Long-cycle governance dossiers with legal, election, and institutional stress analysis.
Open Case FileNumber Resource Society
Membership, charter, and resource-governance intelligence from the NRS ecosystem.
Open NRS SessionICANN
DNS coordination, accountability frameworks, and global multi-stakeholder process dynamics.
Open ICANN SessionIETF
Protocol standardization trajectory and interoperability risk under fragmented policy conditions.
Open IETF SessionHistory of Internet
Long-cycle infrastructure history used for governance interpretation and structural forecasting.
Open History SessionNOGs
Operator-level implementation intelligence from APRICOT plus regional and national NOG ecosystems.
Open NOGs Session