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ZANOG Call For PC Volunteers,
by Edrich de Lange 27 Aug '24

27 Aug '24

The annual ZANOG meeting is a two-day technical event to engage discussion in the technical community. The ZANOG Programme Committee is seeking volunteers from the community to join the ZANOG Program Committee for a 3-year term. Eligibility: Anyone interested in the technical operations ecosystem and is willing to volunteer some time and expertise to the cause of ZANOG can apply. There are no restrictions. However, preference will be given to applicants who have attended at least one previous localised ZANOG or iWeek technical event. Please see the charter that is available here: https://nog.net.za/program-commitee-governance-structure/ Submission: Please submit a brief expression of interest to PC(a)nog.net.za or if you are attending one of the regional events, you can reach out to a PC member who will likely be there Timeline: Call for Volunteers Opens – 28 August 2024 Submissions Deadline – 15 September 2024 Notification of Selection – 20 September 2024 Term Commences – 1 October 2024

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Linux/VPP router
by hvjunk 14 Aug '24

14 Aug '24

Hi list, During the pub session after Zanog2024/iWeek, Sander mentioned his friend that did a Linux router using VPP, so I asked him more information about it, and he responded below. Anybody else that is/have tested similar and could share advice on locally (ie. South African) sourceable parts ? Hendrik On 21 Mar 2024, at 09:20, Sander Steffann <sander(a)nogalliance.org> wrote: Hi! The hardware list is in this blog post: https://ipng.ch/s/articles/2021/09/21/vpp-7.html But do look at his full collection of posts: https://ipng.ch/s/articles/ There is really good stuff in there! Cheers, Sander --- for every complex problem, there’s a solution that is simple, neat, and wrong Op 21 mrt 2024 om 05:19 heeft Hendrik Visage <hvisage(a)lnx-solutions.com> het volgende geschreven: Good day Sander, You mentioned this 1U switch/router that somebody did, and I’m interested in the bill of materials, ie. which 1U server/chassis, which SPF+ adapters etc. as I need to cost/price it (especially w.r.t. Watts power consumed per port). Any pointers where to source those would also be appreciated! Hendrik Visage

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Job Advertisement: Systems and Network Administrator
by Nishal Goburdhan 12 Aug '24

12 Aug '24

hi folks, INX is looking for a systems person; please see below. thank you to the ZANOG list admins for allowing me to post this here. -n. — start — Job Advertisement: Systems and Network Administrator Position: Systems and Network Administrator Location: South Africa General Function: INX-ZA is looking to recruit an intelligent Systems and Network Administrator who is capable of independent thought. The ideal candidate will be an excellent multi-tasker, responsible for research, design, development, testing, and documentation, while also supporting the functions of the Internet Exchange Points that we maintain. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: - Perform general network and system administration duties as required - Debug day-to-day operating problems with peers, and work actively to maintain INX-ZA services to highest possible uptime. - Recommend / design / construct / test / implement network, application, and systems programs as needed. - Periodically perform training as part of the INX-ZA training program. Skills Desirable: - 4-year university degree, preferably in an information systems or computer science related discipline, OR equivalent combination of education and experience. - Proven track record of at least 4 years of job-related experience supporting Linux and/or FreeBSD as a system administrator. - Excellent knowledge of Internet Protocol (IP), network security issues, and open-source security tools. - Ability to understand complex instructions and work independently, quickly, and accurately. - Ability to learn and fill knowledge gaps quickly. - Sound knowledge of programming and scripting; being able to write scripts to automate processes is essential. - Ability to modify existing open-source solutions for use in INX-ZA environments. - Ability to travel to various locations to work on INX-ZA infrastructure and attend industry-related conferences. - Good interpersonal skills, with strong verbal and written communication skills. Skills Preferred: - Familiarity and/or previous relevant experience within an ISP or IXP environment/toolset. - Strong bias towards automation and code-reuse. - Production experience with FOSS tools. - Experience with BGP. Additional Duties: - Perform other related duties as required and assigned. We are a small, dynamic, and highly agile team that covers all aspects of operations. Physical Requirements: - Moderate physical activity with the ability to type and perform repetitive motions. Some lifting and stooping are required to unpack deliveries and rack equipment. - Ability to spend most of the day looking at computer screen(s). - Ability to travel to various locations to perform INX-ZA related work, or attend industry-related meetings on INX-ZA’s behalf. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to send their resume and cover letter to careers(a)inx.net.za by 15 August 2024. Join us at INX-ZA and be a part of our mission to enhance internet connectivity across South Africa!

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Invitation : ZANOG-GP : 29 August 2024
by donald＠nog.net.za 12 Aug '24

12 Aug '24

ZANOG is happy to announce the next regional NOG of 2024 in Sandton, South Africa. This event is an in person only event Date: Thursday 29 August 2024 Time: 18h00 - 21h00 Venue: Workshop 17, West Street, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa RSVP: https://events.nog.net.za/event/57/ We will be having the usual evening talks, followed by drinks, snacks and social networking. Talks will start at 18h30, but we encourage arrivals from 18h00 for a bit of mingling, pre the event. Sponsorship of this event by FLEXOPTIX (https://www.flexoptix.net) allows this event to be free of charge. We are looking for speakers. email us on info[at]nog.net.za Looking forward to seeing you there.

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Final Call: Register Now for AfPIF 2024 – In-Person Registrations Closing Soon!
by Jean Baptiste Millogo 02 Aug '24

02 Aug '24

Dear, AfPIF 2024 is just around the corner! Join us from August 20-22, 2024, in Kinshasa, DRC, for an event focused on the key interconnection, peering, and traffic exchange opportunities and challenges in Africa. In-person registrations are closing soon! You have until August 08, 2024, to secure your spot. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with over 300 industry professionals, gain valuable insights, and contribute to the growth of Internet infrastructure and services across the continent. Why Attend AfPIF 2024? * Engage with experts and leaders in the field of interconnection and peering. * Participate in discussions that shape the future of Africa’s Internet landscape. * Network with global and regional peers. Register now to ensure your participation and avoid missing out on this opportunity. Visit our registration page and complete your registration by August 08, 2024.<https://www.afpif.org/afpif2024/> We look forward to seeing you in Kinshasa! Best regards, AFPIF secreatriat, -- Jean Baptiste Millogo, Director, Internet Technology and Development millogo(a)isoc.org<mailto:aguiar@isoc.org> | Mobile: +226 76 26 06 86 [White text on a black background Description automatically generated with medium confidence] internetsociety.org<http://internetsociety.org/> | @internetsociety

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AfPIF 2024 Call for Papers Extended to July 31st! /Appel à communications reporté au 31 juillet 2024
by Jean Baptiste Millogo 17 Jul '24

17 Jul '24

Dear AfPIF community, We are excited to announce that the deadline for the AfPIF 2024 Call for Papers has been extended to July 31, 2024! This extension provides you with additional time to prepare and submit your proposals for a chance to present in Kinshasa, DRC, from August 20-22, 2024. We invite all experts in interconnection and content to share their insights and contribute to advancing Africa's Internet infrastructure. Submit your proposals by July 31, 2024, and join us in shaping the future of Internet connectivity in Africa. For more details and to submit your proposals, visit our Call for Papers page (https://www.afpif.org/afpif2024/call-for-papers/). We look forward to your participation! Best regards, AFPIF secretariat.

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MWNOG-1/SAFNOG-9: Call for Papers
by Mark Tinka 10 Jul '24

10 Jul '24

Hello all. The MWNOG-1 and SAFNOG-9 Programme Committee are now seeking contributions for Presentations and Tutorials for their joint 2024 Conference, taking place in Lilongwe, Malawi, 13th - 15th August, 2024. We are looking for presenters who would: - Offer a technical tutorial on an appropriate topic; - Participate in the technical conference sessions as a speaker; - Convene and chair panel sessions of relevant topics. Please submit your paper online here: https://papers.safnog.org/user/index.php?event=205 * Conference Milestones* Call for Papers Opens Now Draft Program Published As papers are confirmed Final Deadline for Submissions 2nd August, 2024 Final Program Published 9th August, 2024 Final Slides Received 11th August, 2024 NOTE THAT REGARDLESS OF DEADLINES, SLOTS ARE FILLED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS. *Program Material* The MWNOG-1/SAFNOG-9 Conference Programme consists of two parts, these being the Tutorials and Conference Tracks. Topics proposed must be relevant to Internet Operations and Technologies: - IPv4/IPv6 Routing and Operations - Internet backbone operations - Routing Security, including RPKI and MANRS - ISP and Carrier services - Peering, Interconnects and IXP's - Network Function Virtualizaton - Network Automation/Programming - Research on Internet Operations and Deployment - Network infrastructure security - DNS/DNSSEC - Access and Transport Technologies - Content & Service Delivery and "Cloud Computing" - Semi conductor shortage and impact to equipment acquisition and operation - Software Defined Networking and SD-WAN. *CfP Submissions* Draft slides for both tutorials and conference sessions MUST be provided with CfP submissions otherwise the Programme Committee will be unable to review the submission. For avoidance of doubt this means that submissions which do not include slides will be rejected immediately. For work in progress, the most current information available at time of submission is acceptable. All draft and complete slides must be submitted in PDF format only Final slides are to be provided by the specified deadline for publication on the MWNOG-1 and SAFNOG-9 websites. Prospective presenters should note that the majority of speaking slots will be filled well before the final submission deadline. The PC may, at their discretion, retain a limited number of slots up to the final submission deadline for presentations that are exceptionally timely, important, or of critical operational importance. Every year we turn away submissions, due to filling up all available programme slots before the deadline. Presenters should endeavour to get material into the PC sooner rather than later. Any questions or concerns should be addressed to the Programme Committee by e-mail at: pc-chairs at safnog.org We look forward to receiving your presentation proposals.

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asn tool
by Ron B 28 Jun '24

28 Jun '24

This is an awesome small tool to use: https://github.com/nitefood/asn It can be used with systemd, just to make Nishal happy. 😊 Definitely give it a score of five pineapples!

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What are useful tools?
by Ron B 20 Jun '24

20 Jun '24

Edd introduced me to a tool that was useful that I haven’t heard about before. I’ve created a list of some of the ones I often use and the link below: https://hubandspoke.amastelek.com/tools Hit me with the best nuggets I’m missing. I want to add a category of recommended but not tested.

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Eswatini
by Ron B 13 Jun '24

13 Jun '24

Hi I’m looking for help and contacts for various connectivity options within Eswatini. Requirement is to have a minimum of two diverse operators. I haven’t ever deployed any connections in the country so would appreciate any references. Regards Ronald

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