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AFRINIC liquidation-African internet emergency

Governance

AFRINIC in Crisis: Legal petition threatens Africa’s internet futu

AFRINIC faces dissolution over financial mismanagement, threatening internet stability across Africa’s 55 member nations.

May 26, 2026
R A Consulting Services (Pty) Ltd

Cloud Service

RACS Africa: Pan‑African IT & digital transformation leader

R A Consulting Services is a leading African IT provider, delivering infrastructure, cloud, and AI services across Africa since 1997.

May 26, 2026
icann

Governance

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.

May 26, 2026
Cloud Innovation draws scrutiny in AFRINIC power struggle

Governance

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.

May 26, 2026
SEA-Japan

Cloud Service

NEC launches high‑capacity SEA‑Japan subsea cable

NEC and its consortium have launched the SJC2 subsea cable, delivering over 126 Tbps and enhanced resilience for Asia‑Pacific networks.

May 26, 2026
Inq. Digital Limited

Companies

inq.: Africa’s edge solutions innovator

inq. is Africa’s leading edge solutions provider—based in Mauritius—offering managed services, Edge AI/IoT, cloud, security.

May 26, 2026
AFRINIC failure-RIR structural risks

Governance

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.

May 26, 2026
afrinic

Governance

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.

May 26, 2026
ICANN’s authority vs. AFRINIC’s operational autonomy

Governance

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.

May 26, 2026
CEO

Governance

NEC-led consortium launches SEA‑Japan cable

NEC and partners launch SEA‑Japan cable, enhancing low‑latency connectivity and digital resilience between Southeast Asia and Japan.

May 26, 2026
Echotel International Kenya: Revolutionising telecoms in East Africa

Governance

Echotel International Kenya: Revolutionising telecoms in East Africa

Echotel International Kenya Ltd is transforming East Africa’s telecoms landscape by providing innovative solutions to improve connectivity.

May 26, 2026
EU‑Japan AI

Governance

EU‑Japan AI accord fosters global standard setting

The EU and Japan agree AI governance cooperation, promoting global standards and regulatory alignment.

May 26, 2026
apan60

Governance

APAN60 hosts first day kick‑off with keynote and labs

APAN60 opens in Hong Kong with keynotes, AI labs and IPv6 tutorials, setting the tone for a week of research and tech collaboration.

May 26, 2026
afrinic_crisis

Governance

AFRINIC Faces Backlash After Election Collapse

AFRINIC’s 2025 vote controversy deepens as in-person voting is denied, raising doubts over fairness and compliance with its own rules.

May 26, 2026
AFRINIC election extension exceeds Receiver’s Mauritius mandate

Governance

AFRINIC election extension exceeds Receiver’s Mauritius mandate

A recent court ruling extends the deadline for AFRINIC’s receivership, pushing beyond the original mandate granted by Mauritius authorities.

May 26, 2026
AFRINIC’s FAQ

Governance

AFRINIC’s FAQ and communication resources for voters

AFRINIC updates its FAQ and communication materials to improve transparency ahead of its 2025 board election, addressing voter concerns.

May 26, 2026
5G‑Advanced-automated aggregation-Telstra

National Telecom

Telstra activates 5G‑Advanced with automated aggregation

Telstra launches 5G‑Advanced with automated aggregation, boosting network efficiency and performance across live commercial sites.

May 26, 2026
EE-SIMs-safety

National Telecom

EE launches safer SIM plans aimed at under‑18s

EE safer SIMs offer under‑18 plans with parental controls and safety tools for young smartphone users in the UK.

May 26, 2026
AFRINIC

Governance

AFRINIC’s NomCom Chaos Raises New Alarms

AFRINIC’s NomCom failure adds to its governance collapse, casting doubt on fair elections and regional internet oversight.

May 26, 2026
AFRINIC

Governance

AFRINIC’s 2025 election changes raise fresh governance concerns

AFRINIC’s election changes worsen governance crisis, threatening Africa’s internet development and IP management.

May 26, 2026