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SUMMARY:Building Africa's Digital Future: The ccTLD Capacity Building Programme A KeNIC & AFRALTI Initiative | Supported by ICANN
DESCRIPTION:Since February 2026\, KeNIC (Kenya Network Information Centre) has partnered with AFRALTI (African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute)\, with generous support from ICANN\, to deliver the Capacity Building and Community Engagement in ccTLD Management Across Africa programme — a continent-wide initiative to strengthen the technical\, operational\, and governance capacity of country code top-level domain (ccTLD) registries across Africa. \nFully sponsored and delivered bilingually in English and French\, the programme has already run through three successful cohorts\, training registry operators\, regulators\, ISPs\, mobile and community network operators\, government ICT agencies\, and domain enthusiasts from across the continent. \nProgramme Structure \nEach cohort follows an intensive\, hybrid model: \n\n2 weeks online\, covering foundational and intermediate modules\n2 weeks in-person in Nairobi\, going deeper into advanced technical and operational content\nFully sponsored — including flights and accommodation for in-person sessions\nDelivered across five progressive modules\, moving participants from registry business fundamentals through to advanced DNS implementation\n\nCohort 1 — February 2026 \nCohort 1 launched the programme with 36 participants\, running from 2–27 February 2026. The cohort opened with a module on “Understanding a Registry Business\,” covering DNS fundamentals\, domain registration workflows\, regulatory and legal frameworks\, and the growing role of AI in modern registry operations. \nParticipants represented registries from: Gabon\, Algeria\, Guinea\, Mali\, Benin\, Burkina Faso\, Cameroon\, Senegal\, Congo\, South Sudan\, Eswatini (Swaziland)\, Gambia\, Cape Verde\, Botswana\, Nigeria\, and Guinea-Bissau. \nGraduates left the programme certified and ready to lead in strengthening their national internet infrastructure. \nCohort 2 — April/May 2026 \nCohort 2 expanded significantly\, drawing 65 participants from 12 countries. This intensive online-only training ran from 20 April to 15 May 2026\, continuing to build the capacity of ccTLD registries and registrars across the continent. \nParticipating countries included: São Tomé & Príncipe\, Kenya\, Nigeria\, Rwanda\, Gambia\, Mali\, South Sudan\, Ghana\, South Africa\, Uganda\, Guinea\, Burkina Faso\, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. \nCohort 3 — June/July 2026 \nThe third and largest cohort to date drew participants from over 32 countries across Africa\, joining both online and in Nairobi\, in a strong testament to the continued momentum of continental collaboration in strengthening Africa’s internet infrastructure. \nStructure: \n\nOnline sessions: 6–17 July 2026 (Mon–Fri\, 3–5pm)\, with 68 participants joining virtually\nNairobi/Hybrid sessions: 20–31 July 2026\, with French and English streams running in parallel classrooms\n\nDay 1 opened with remarks from KeNIC’s Marketing Manager\, Gitau Muraguri\, and Commercial and Partnerships Manager\, Eric N.\, before participants moved into the first module on registry business fundamentals. As the in-person leg progressed\, participants worked through Module 4 (Registrar’s Internet Infrastructure Management) and Module 5 (Advanced DNS Implementation). \nIn-person and hybrid participants represented regulators and registries from: \nEgypt (NTRA)\, Cabo Verde (ARME)\, Zimbabwe (POTRAZ)\, Uganda (UCC)\, Ghana (GDNR)\, Zambia (ZICTA)\, Rwanda (RICTA)\, Tanzania (TCRA)\, Djibouti (Djibouti Telecom)\, Burkina Faso (ABDI)\, Chad (ADETIC)\, Ivory Coast (ARTCI)\, Mozambique (TurboHost)\, Malawi (TEVET Authority)\, Sierra Leone (NatCA)\, São Tomé & Príncipe (AGER)\, Burundi (NIC Burundi)\, Gambia (GICTA)\, Guinea (ANDE)\, Nigeria (Connecttobridge)\, Cameroon (Wemakit)\, Angola (INFOSI)\, Mauritania (Nouakchott Service)\, and Comoros (Comores Telecom). \nOnline participants also joined from Kenya\, DR Congo\, Gambia\, Libya\, Somalia\, South Africa\, UAE\, and Zambia. \nBeyond the Technical: A Shared Vision for Africa’s Internet \nThroughout the programme\, discussions have consistently reinforced that successful ccTLD management extends far beyond technical infrastructure. Effective governance\, sound policy frameworks\, stakeholder engagement\, and sustained public awareness are equally essential in building trust\, driving adoption of national domain names\, and strengthening each country’s digital identity. \nParticipants have repeatedly emphasized the importance of regional collaboration in bridging capacity gaps among registries — sharing experiences and best practices that contribute to a more resilient and inclusive African internet ecosystem. Many have also drawn valuable insights from KeNIC’s own experience managing the .KE registry\, which has served as a practical model for operational excellence\, institutional development\, and regional collaboration. \nLooking Ahead \nAcross three cohorts\, the programme has now trained well over 150 participants from more than 30 African countries— a clear demonstration of the appetite for collaborative capacity building on the continent. \nKeNIC and AFRALTI remain committed\, together with ICANN’s continued support\, to empowering internet professionals\, registry operators\, regulators\, and policymakers with the knowledge and skills needed to support the growth of Africa’s digital future.
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/building-africas-digital-future-the-cctld-capacity-building-programme-a-kenic-afralti-initiative-supported-by-icann/
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SUMMARY:Domain Summit Africa 2026
DESCRIPTION:Domain Summits are business-first events for the global domain industry.\nKeNIC is proud to announce its role as a co-host of the Domain Summit Africa 2026\, taking place 23–24 February 2026 at Villa Rosa Kempinski\, Nairobi\, Kenya. \nThe Summit brings together domain name service providers\, registrars\, registry operators\, investors\, digital entrepreneurs\, and industry leaders from across Africa and globally. Designed as a pure B2B event\, it offers a unique platform for networking\, knowledge exchange\, and strategic partnerships that advance the domain ecosystem and digital infrastructure on the continent. \n\nRegister Now: Domain Summit Africa 2026
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/domain-summit-africa-2026/
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SUMMARY:Universal Acceptance Day Awareness Event 2026: A Successful First Edition for KeNIC
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, 13 May 2026 | USIU-Africa\, Nairobi \nWe successfully hosted the inaugural Universal Acceptance (UA) Day 2026\, bringing together students\, technologists\, policymakers\, and international partners to advance the conversation on an inclusive\, multilingual internet for all. \nThe event was made possible through a $3\,000 sponsorship from ICANN and generous in-kind support from USIU-Africa\, which provided the venue\, faculty participation\, and access to its student community. \nStrong Turnout and Engagement \nThe inaugural UA Day drew substantial interest from across Kenya’s academic and technology ecosystems: \n\nOver 560 unique registrations\, with a further ~56 duplicate sign-ups reflecting strong demand\n300 live participants — 120 on-site at USIU-Africa and 180 joining virtually\nStudents from 17 different institutions\, in addition to the host institution’s own delegates\n222 YouTube views recorded in the days following the event\, extending its reach well beyond the live sessions\n\nDistinguished Speakers and Partners \nUA Day 2026 featured presentations from KeNIC\, ICANN\, UNESCO\, KICTANET\, and the host institution\, USIU-Africa: \n\nAndrew Lewela\, CEO\, KeNIC\nBob Ochieng\, Senior Director\, ICANN\nJune Okal\, ICANN\nJay Ralitera\, UNESCO\, supported by Sylvia Adongo\nNeema Mujasia\, KICTANET\nProf. Patrick Wamuyu\, USIU-Africa\nEmmanuel Mutinda\, Cyber-Security Analyst\, KeNIC\nBrian Anikayi\, System Administrator\, KeNIC\n\nTheir presentations set the tone for a day of rich discussion on Universal Acceptance\, internet governance\, and building a secure\, accessible\, and reliable .KE internet ecosystem. \nNational Media Reach \nThe event received extensive coverage across 10 prominent Kenyan media platforms\, spanning radio\, television\, and print — including Classic FM\, Kiss FM\, East FM\, Radio Jambo\, Homeboyz Radio\, NTV Kenya\, KTN News\, TV47\, The Star\, and Daily Nation. This broadcast reach\, combined with strong engagement on LinkedIn (+22.5% impressions\, +20.3% reactions) and YouTube\, carried the conversation on Universal Acceptance far beyond the venue and the live audience. \nKeNIC extends its sincere thanks to ICANN\, UNESCO\, KICTANET\, and USIU-Africa for their partnership and support in making the inaugural Universal Acceptance Day a resounding success — and looks forward to building on this momentum with UA Day 2027. \n#UADay #UniversalAcceptance #Internet4All #DigitalInclusion
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/universal-acceptance-day-awareness-event-2026-a-successful-first-edition-for-kenic/
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SUMMARY:2026 Registrar Engagement Meeting: Strengthening the .KE Partnership
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, 14 August 2026 | Movenpick Hotel\, Westlands\, Nairobi \nKeNIC (Kenya Network Information Centre) brought together its accredited .KE registrars for the 2026 Registrar Engagement Meeting\, a full-day session dedicated to engagement\, knowledge sharing\, and collaboration with the partners who power the growth of the .KE namespace. \nRunning from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\, the meeting brought registrars and the KeNIC team together to strengthen collaboration\, align on priorities\, and chart the way forward for the .KE domain ecosystem. \nWhat the Day Covered \nThe engagement was structured around three key objectives: \n\nBriefings and discussions on key initiatives and projects\, including the expected impact of ongoing and upcoming work on the .KE ecosystem\nSensitization and training\, with a focus on the integration and adoption of the .KE App\nBusiness performance updates and partner feedback\, giving registrars a platform to share their experiences and priorities directly with KeNIC\n\nBeyond these core sessions\, the day also opened up broader conversation on opportunities to enhance the growth and adoption of .KE domains\, with registrars contributing ideas and feedback on how KeNIC and its partners can work together more effectively. \nA Valued Partnership \nAccredited registrars are central to the growth of the .KE namespace\, and the meeting was an opportunity for KeNIC to reaffirm its appreciation for their continued partnership and contribution. The session reinforced a shared commitment between KeNIC and its registrar community to keep strengthening the .KE ecosystem — from business performance and product adoption to the everyday collaboration that keeps Kenya’s domain space growing. \nKeNIC thanks all participating registrars for their engagement and looks forward to building on the momentum from this year’s meeting. \nView the full list of accredited .KE registrars: kenic.or.ke/register-domain/accredited-registrars \n#DotKE
URL:https://kenic.or.ke/event/2026-registrar-engagement-meeting-strengthening-the-ke-partnership/
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