AFRINIC is the heartbeat of Africa’s internet connectivity! responsible for managing & distributing the Internet’s essential building blocks - IP Addresses which are like unique postal codes of the Internet, ensuring that every device & web services can connected to the INTERNET.
Why Does AFRINIC Matter for Africa?
Imagine a world where your phone, laptop, or favorite website couldn’t find its way online. That’s where AFRINIC steps in! We make sure that: Every device gets a unique IP address to connect to the Internet.
AFRINIC’s Role in Africa's Internet
Founded in 2005, as the Regional Internet Registry (RIR) for AFRICA, with a mandate of ensuring that the Internet remains stable, secure & accessible across the AFRICAN region supporting ISP's and tech companies, to fuel Africa’s digital economy.
Impact on Africa’s Digital Future
AFRINIC has been at the forefront of Africa’s Internet revolution. Boosting Internet Connectivity by helping to increase Internet access across the continent, connecting millions of our people from bustling cities to remote villages.
News
DCA+ISPA: AFRINIC Crisis Meeting
The Digital Council Africa (DCA) and Internet Service Providers’ Association (ISPA) invite you to attend a briefing on the current …
Status Update on AFRINIC Board Elections
The Official Receiver, Gowtamsingh Dabee, posted this update to the AFRINIC-Announce list.
ISPA Urges AFRINIC Members to Protect their Credentials
ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body, calls upon its members to exercise heightened vigilance regarding the security of …
Articles
DIA vs IPT (Impact)
Without an AS number and IPv4 address space you either need to procure same at extortionate prices, or be happy to use DIA - so what's the issue?
Cost impact of non-functional AFRINIC on (potential) resource members
An analysis of the costing implications on small ISPs in Africa as a result of the non-functional status of AFRINIC
Routing Complexity of Leased Resources
When leasing IPv4 address space from third parties there are certain non-obvious complications. This article endeavous to explain the cause and of these complications as well as to provide some details on the explanations.