Exploring AFRINIC’s receivership, potential legal challenges, and pathways to restore governance and transparency.
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AFRINIC’s governance meltdown fuels debate over launching a successor registry to protect Africa’s internet resources and restore trust.
AFRINIC faces governance crisis, with Cloud Innovation calling for reform and ICANN’s control raising concerns.
Members can pursue contractual claims and company law remedies; recognising June results restores member rights now.
AFRINIC’s September 2025 election highlights the dangers of weak constitutional safeguards, risking capture and eroding trust in governance.
AFRINIC’s regional representation in elections explained, highlighting board seats, NomCom structure, and governance concerns.
AFRINIC’s election oversight remains under fire as members question its fairness and transparency. Cloud Innovation urges independent audits and public accountability to restore trust in Africa’s internet governance.
AFRINIC’s contract with C&A Law, led by a convicted fraudster, involved inflated fees and unlimited expenses.
AFRINIC’s disputed elections go beyond a regional issue—they undermine trust in the global internet governance model. By flouting bylaws and annulling valid votes, the registry has created a legitimacy crisis. Cloud Innovation warns that without reform, Africa’s voice in global governance will be silenced, opening the door to external control.
AFRINIC’s elections are repeatedly disputed under weak legal enforcement in Mauritius, leaving members’ votes discarded and trust eroded. Cloud Innovation warns that without stronger judicial oversight or a full reset, Africa’s internet governance and digital future remain at risk.
AFRINIC members have formal powers in governance, but their votes are hollowed out when political actors can annul outcomes.
Civil society voices warn AFRINIC’s flawed elections undermine democracy, transparency and community-led internet governance in Africa.