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African Network Information Centre — IP resource management and internet development across Africa.
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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.
AFRINIC’s proxy vote scandal: What went wrong?
AFRINIC’s election annulment reveals governance instability, raising serious concerns over transparency and regional internet stewardship.
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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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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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 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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Cloud Innovation supports ICANN’s move to derecognise AFRINIC, calls for successor to be immediately identified
Cloud Innovation demands ICANN and NRO immediately appoint a new RIR, declaring AFRINIC’s governance irreparably broken after election collapse.
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Did ICANN’s lawyer illegally visit AFRINIC when the Official Receiver was away?
A mystery visit by ICANN’s lawyer to AFRINIC raises legal questions amid court-appointed receivership and ongoing governance crisis.
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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.
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ICANN CEO Kurt Lindqvist losing control, undermines courts, over-extends reach
Kurt Lindqvist’s attempted intervention sparks backlash after court-approved election As AFRINIC—the African Network Information Centre—tried to emerge from …
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A shift in tone: From derecognition threats to diplomatic overtures on AFRINIC
ICANN softens its stance on AFRINIC after earlier threats, raising concerns over global internet governance dynamics and regional autonomy.
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AFRINIC election lessons from proxy voting chaos
AFRINIC’s election collapse prompts Cloud Innovation to call for its dissolution via ICANN’s ICP-2 and RIR handover plan.
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AFRINIC’s annual reports: what they reveal
AFRINIC’s annual reports reveal recurring governance and financial challenges, prompting calls for greater transparency and accountability.
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AFRINIC proxy reform sparks deeper trust issues
AFRINIC’s proxy reform draws criticism for avoiding deeper governance failures that continue to undermine trust and legitimacy.
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Kurt Lindqvist’s ICP‑2 actions spark fresh scrutiny during AFRINIC turmoil
A newly adopted document grants authority to assess and de-recognise regional internet registries, bypassing expected community input.
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From regional registry to receivership: What AFRINIC’s collapse means for Africa’s internet development
AFRINIC’s collapse raises concerns over Africa’s IP resource management, connectivity, and digital infrastructure future.