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We are thrilled to welcome a new registrar to the .RW ecosystem. This partnership strengthens our commitment to making domain registration more accessible, reliable, and efficient for all. Welcome @Gransy_sro, our newest accredited registrar. #RwandaOnline

The 3rd cohort of the @AfricaCDC African Public Health Emergency Management Fellowship is now open and accepting applications till March 31, 2026. The full time and fully funded 6-month fellowship is scheduled to commence in June 2026. Apply today - africacdc.org/career/african…

The #ICANN85 Policy Outlook Report is now available, offering a high-level overview of the planned work and activities of the Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees. Stay informed on key #Internet policy discussions! Access the report here >> go.icann.org/4saSzXf

AI drives innovation but also scams, deepfakes, and impersonation. Stay aware. Stay safe. #AI #OnlineSafety #CyberSecurity #ProudlyDotZA

Africa can finance its own health future — by choosing efficiency over dependency. A new but timely op-ed which highlights that strengthening coordination, reducing waste, and aligning health financing systems could unlock billions in existing resources, helping countries build resilient, sovereign health systems. 🔗 Read more: devex.com/news/sponsored…

#ICANN recently published its Strategic Plan for FY2026-2030, yet strives to periodically review the plan to keep it relevant and adaptable over time. #ICANN will go through the plan in two upcoming sessions: one during the #ICANN85 Prep Week, and one during the #ICANN85 Community Forum. 🗒️ Prep Week Session: bit.ly/4roxdph 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 ICANN85 Session: bit.ly/4cnDLjB 📣 Read the blog: go.icann.org/4rmlF61

🗞️ Breaking: Africa CDC and @FHI360 have signed an MoU in Addis Ababa to strengthen health security and resilient public health systems across Africa. The partnership aligns with the Africa Health Security and Sovereignty (AHSS) Agenda—a continental framework focused on preparedness and response, sustainable financing, digital transformation, local manufacturing, and stronger global health cooperation. This collaboration will reinforce country-led public health capacity across AU Member States. 👉 Learn more: ow.ly/U2TZ50Yhr1a

The Internet does not reach everyone the same way, and addressing connectivity gaps often requires moving away from traditional methods. These are the cases community-centered connectivity solutions are made for. Our senior advisor for Indigenous connectivity, Sharayah Lane, will be leading a workshop tomorrow, 3 February, at @NetInclusion, highlighting our work on community-centered connectivity in tribal communities. If you’ll be at the event, be sure to stop by!

Today, we will be sharing some helpful everyday tips for #dataprivacy you can actually use when browsing websites It starts with looking out for web addresses and ensure it starts with “https” Read nira.org.ng/simple-habits-…

Every day, over 137,000 new businesses launch globally (Global Entrepreneurship Monitor), making a standout online presence more vital than ever. In a crowded digital world, your domain is your identity. For those tapping into Africa’s massive market of 1.5 billion people, a .africa domain is the ultimate power move. It builds instant trust, signals pan-African credibility, and connects you directly to the continent’s booming economy. Your story deserves a .africa identity. Visit registry.africa/whois/ to secure your domain and start building! #DotAfrica #RegistryAfrica #IamDotAfrica

Did you know? When your RW domain expires, your brand is left exposed. You risk losing ownership of your digital name, disrupting your business operations, damaging customer trust and credibility, and losing potential clients. Your RW domain is more than a web address — it’s your digital identity and a critical business asset. ✔ Check your domain expiry date ✔ Contact your service provider (Registrar) ✔ Renew your domain for multiple years (from 2 to 10 years) #RenewOnTime #RWDomains

Mrs. Seyi Onasanya, COO of NiRA, shares her congratulatory message as she recognises the leadership, Board of Trustees, staff, and members of NiRA in celebrating 20 years of stewarding Nigeria’s digital identity. #celebrating20years #ngdomains #nirais20

Last week, #Accra was full of momentum! 💫 We spent an incredible week connecting, learning, and collaborating across the Coalition for Digital Africa (@CoDigiAf) Partners Meeting, the Internet Measurement Awareness Workshop, the Africa Engagement Forum, and the Africa DNS Forum. 🌍 From thoughtful discussions to new connections, the week was vibrant and inspired by shared purpose. This short recap captures a few highlights from our week 📸 @AAU_67 @aftld #AfRegistrar @Ghanadomain #ICANN

Empowering Africa's digital sovereignty! Smart Africa & @aftld's new strategic partnership will boost country code top-level domain (ccTLD) management with capacity building, aligned policies, innovation, and cybersecurity, ensuring a unified African voice in global Internet governance. This agreement was a sealed at Transform Africa Summit 2025. #SmartAfrica #AFTLD #DigitalTransformation #TAS2025 #internetgovernance @ICANN

📬 Fresh in your mailbox: #ICANNAPAC December 2025 newsletter! Read about various developments like the plans for the next five years in the APAC region, and catch up on activities like the ICANN84 Readouts and the AIORI Hackathon. 🔗 conta.cc/3KaSQcz #ICANN #Internet #Updates

The message was clear: Africa must take ownership of its digital future. More local data centres, stronger DNS solutions & homegrown infrastructure are key to a secure, reliable & independent internet. We have to build it ourselves👊 #dnsf25 #Afdnsf25

Reverse DNS is basic but critical, speakers said during a panel session at the Africa DNS Forum in Ghana. It affects: - Email delivery - System reliability - User trust Africa is still doing very little here, and it is time to change that. #dnsf25 #Afdnsf25

AI won’t replace the DNS, but it will change how we manage & build trust around it The risk is failing to prepare early — the opportunity is using AI to improve operations & user experience But AI is only as strong as the people behind it — where Africa must step up! #Afdnsf25

Is AI a threat to the Domain Name System — or biggest opportunity we’ve been waiting for? AI is powerful, but unpredictable, & evolving faster than our risk appetite. We need to stay alert, intentional about what we’re feeding these systems. ~The Africa DNS Forum

In short: Africa’s digital future needs trust, value, and real investment. A strong DNS isn’t just a tech issue — it’s a business issue, a policy issue, and a growth issue. And getting it right benefits everyone. #dnsf25 #Afdnsf25

The panel’s core messages were: - Grow the talent pool — Africa needs more technical experts - Make domains purposeful — they should boost visibility & unlock customers - Deliver value — a domain that doesn’t help a business grow is just a cost - Attract investment #Afdnsf25

How do we build an internet ecosystem in Africa that serves & protects it's people & supports business growth? Session 3 of the Africa DNS Forum tackled that headon. The panel broke down legal & regulatory realities shaping the Domain Name System — and tough spots #dnsf25