The AFRINIC Board of Directors has determined that a review and update of its Bylaws is necessary and has therefore resolved to establish a Bylaws Review Committee.
Accordingly, the AFRINIC Board of Directors invites representatives of AFRINIC Resource Members to volunteer for appointment to the Bylaws Review Committee. For the avoidance of doubt, a “representative” refers to either an individual formally designated by the relevant organisation for this purpose or a Resource Member’s existing Registered Contact as recorded and recognised by AFRINIC.
The Board recognises that a comprehensive review of the AFRINIC Bylaws is essential to ensure they continue to reflect sound governance practices and support AFRINIC in effectively serving the African Internet community.
The Committee’s mandate is to review AFRINIC’s existing Bylaws and to propose amendments aimed at strengthening governance, reducing institutional risk, and ensuring alignment with applicable legislation, recognised best-practice standards, and AFRINIC’s long-term organisational needs.
The Committee shall comprise six (6) members, one representing each of the following sub-regions:
- Northern Africa
- Western Africa
- Indian Ocean
- Central Africa
- Southern Africa
- Eastern Africa
The AFRINIC Board of Directors will appoint a Chairperson from among the six members and provide Secretariat support to assist the Committee in carrying out its functions.
Interested representatives of Resource Members are invited to submit an Expression of Interest, outlining their relevant experience, governance or legal expertise, and sub-regional representation, to the Senior Executive Assistant, Ms Guylaine Laiyra, via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., no later than 20 February 2026.
The Committee’s Terms of Reference are available for ease of reference.
