By Cyber Era NG Special Correspondent
AFRINIC is inviting interested parties to register for its last webinar of the year titled: “AFRINIC Services and initiatives to support Internet development in AFRICA “- taking place on December 13, 2023 at 0900 UTC on the Zoom platform.
Cyber Era NG learns exclusively from a heads-up over email from Public Relations & Marketing Manager at AFRIC, Susan Otieno, that the webinar session will be moderated by the Project Manager and Transformation Lead, AFRINIC Stephen Honlue.
With him on the panel will be:
- Head of Member Services, AFRINIC, James Chirwa
- Stakeholder Development Manager, AFRINIC Cedrick Mbeyet
- Deployment Operationalisation Engineer, AFRINIC Willy Manga
In an era defined by digital transformation, access to a robust and inclusive Internet is critical for socio-economic development. AFRINIC, the Regional Internet Registry for Africa, plays a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of the continent’s Internet through Internet Number Resource (IPv4, IPv6 and ASNs) allocation and services to support Internet routing and security. This webinar aims to explore the diverse range of services and initiatives offered by AFRINIC to support and enhance Internet connectivity in Africa.
By the end of the webinar participants will:
*Gain a comprehensive understanding of AFRINIC’s role, mission, and services, providing a foundational knowledge of its impact on Internet infrastructure and connectivity in Africa.
*Discover AFRINIC’s capacity-building programs, designed to empower participants, including network engineers, operators, policymakers, and resource members, with practical knowledge to enhance their professional capabilities.
*Explore AFRINIC’s initiatives in advancing Internet infrastructure, including the promotion of IPv6 and efforts to improve network resilience.
A call for speakers for the 2024 Edition is now open and those interested in presenting papers should visit AFRINIC website for details.
