From a pool of more than 1,700 ambitious applicants representing every corner of Africa and beyond, five outstanding individuals have emerged as the newest members of the AFRINIC-37 Fellowship Programme. Their journey now leads them to Nairobi, Kenya, where they will join Internet leaders, policymakers, network operators, and technical experts from across the continent at AFRINIC-37 that takes place during the Africa Internet Summit 2026 (AIS'26). Selected through a rigorous and highly competitive process, these fellows represent the passion, talent, and innovation driving Africa's digital future, and we are delighted to welcome them to the AFRINIC community.
We are delighted to introduce the AFRINIC-37 Fellows:
- Abraham Nyuon – South Sudan
- Musa Bangura – Sierra Leone
- Lucrèce Itanganeza – Burundi
- Noha Abdel Baky – Egypt
- Serge-Parfait Goma – Republic of the Congo (Mentor).
The AFRINIC Fellowship Programme aims to develop a network of AFRINIC ambassadors across the African region by empowering emerging Internet leaders and professionals to actively engage in Internet governance, policy development, and technical discussions. Through participation in AFRINIC meetings, the fellows gain firsthand experience of the multistakeholder model, build valuable networks with Internet experts and decision-makers from around the world, enhance their knowledge through workshops and presentations, and become part of the AFRINIC Fellowship Alumni Network, a growing community committed to advancing the development, resilience, and growth of the Internet across Africa.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the selected fellows and look forward to welcoming them to Nairobi for an enriching week of learning, collaboration, and engagement at AFRINIC-37 and AIS’26. We are confident that their participation will contribute meaningfully to the discussions and strengthen the future of the African Internet ecosystem.
To the many individuals who applied, thank you for your interest and enthusiasm. The exceptional quality and diversity of applications received this year are a testament to the growing passion for Internet development, innovation, and digital transformation across Africa. While not everyone could be selected, we encourage all applicants to remain involved in AFRINIC's activities and to take advantage of future opportunities to engage with the community.