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Dear Colleagues,

Registration is still open for the "Collaborating with AFRINIC : Stories from our Community” that will take place on 7th March 2024 and will start at 0900 UTC on the Zoom Platform.

The session will be moderated by Ms. Sarah Kiden, ICT Researcher, Northumbria University Newcastle.

With her on the panel will be: 

• Dr. Viv Padayatchy - Director and Founder, Cybernaptics Ltd
• Mrs. Fiona Asonga - Chief Executive Officer, Technology Service Providers of Kenya (TESPOK)
• Dr. Amreesh Phokeer - Internet Measurement and Data Expert, Internet Society (ISOC)
• Mr Seun Ojedeji - Deputy Director ICT at Federal University Oye Ekiti
• Mr. Alan Barrett - Board Member, ICANN
• Ms. Aisha Hamid - Senior Corporate Planning Manager, Gambia Airlines

Why should you Attend?

During this session, we will go on a journey through time showcasing the impact that AFRINIC has been since its inception 19 years ago. Through engaging narratives and personal anecdotes, our esteemed panelists will share their unique experiences, highlighting the invaluable role AFRINIC has played in shaping their professional trajectories and contributing to the growth of the Internet ecosystem in Africa. At the end of the webinar, participants will:

• Gain insights into the real-life stories that goes to show how AFRINIC has positively influenced the contributions of individuals within the African Internet community.
• Understand the critical role AFRINIC plays in fostering digital growth in Africa, through collaborative initiatives, recognizing how policies, projects and partnerships have fostered innovation and shaped the Internet landscape in Africa.
• Explore the critical role AFRINIC plays in fostering Internet connectivity across Africa, exploring case studies that highlight improved access, infrastructure development and efforts towards a more connected continent.

Register for this webinar here.

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Here's a glimpse of what webinar is coming up next:

• Internet Development Initiatives in Africa

Explore the full schedule and learn more about each webinar on our Webinar Series Page.

Thank you for your enthusiasm and support. We look forward to having you join us for these insightful sessions!

Kind Regards,

AFRINIC Communications.