Host an AFRINIC Meeting
Bring Africa's Internet community to your country. Place your organisation at the centre of Africa's digital development.
Africa's Premier Internet Events
AFRINIC meetings are among the most important Internet events held in Africa and the Indian Ocean region, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and technical experts.
Internet Policy Discussions
Shape the future of Internet governance in Africa
Technical Training
Capacity building and skill development programs
Networking & Collaboration
Connect with industry leaders and innovators
Industry Demonstrations
Showcase innovations and knowledge exchange
Africa Internet Summit (AIS)
Usually held in June, organized with AfNOG and other African Internet organisations.
- • Technical training programs
- • Policy discussions
- • Annual General Members Meeting
AFRINIC Stand-alone Meeting
Typically held in November, lasting six days with focused engagement.
- • Internet policy development
- • Specialized workshops
- • Community engagement activities
Why Host an AFRINIC Meeting?
Demonstrate leadership in Internet development and place your organisation at the forefront of Africa's digital transformation.
Global Visibility
Increase regional and global visibility for your organisation and country.
Direct Engagement
Connect with Internet industry leaders and policymakers across Africa.
Showcase Innovation
Demonstrate technological innovation and digital infrastructure capabilities.
Shape the Future
Participate in discussions shaping Internet governance in Africa.
Connect with Africa's Digital Ecosystem
Hosting allows organisations to connect with potential partners, customers, and investors while demonstrating their commitment to Africa's digital growth.
Start Your ApplicationMeet Africa's Internet Community
Connect with participants from across the Internet ecosystem, representing 35+ countries and diverse sectors.
Internet Service Providers
ISPs and connectivity providers
Government & Regulators
Policy makers and regulatory bodies
Academic Networks
Universities and research institutions
Civil Society
NGOs and community organisations
Network Operators
IXPs and infrastructure providers
ccTLD Operators
Country-code domain registries
Open to Everyone
AFRINIC meetings are free to attend and open to everyone, encouraging wide participation across Africa and globally.
Diverse Representation
Participants include telecommunications companies, hardware and software vendors, and Internet technology experts from across the continent.
What You'll Need
To ensure successful meetings, AFRINIC looks for host cities and venues that meet these essential criteria.
International Airport
Regular connections across Africa and internationally
Modern Conference Venue
Capacity for 350+ participants with state-of-the-art facilities
Multiple Meeting Rooms
Adequate spaces for parallel sessions and workshops
High-Speed Internet
Reliable and fast connectivity throughout the venue
Host Responsibilities
Local hosts play an important role in supporting the success of AFRINIC meetings through various contributions.
- ✓ Supporting event logistics and coordination
- ✓ Facilitating local outreach and engagement
- ✓ Connecting with potential sponsors
- ✓ Providing local expertise and guidance
Sponsorship Opportunities
Because AFRINIC meetings are free to attend, sponsorship plays an important role in supporting the organisation of the event.
Local hosts help connect AFRINIC with national and regional organisations interested in sponsoring the meeting and showcasing their support for Internet growth in Africa.
Upcoming AFRINIC Meetings
Submit your proposal to host one of these important events and bring Africa's Internet community to your country.
AFRINIC-38
AIS 2027 & AFRINIC-39
AFRINIC-40
AIS 2028 & AFRINIC-41
AFRINIC-42
Submit Your Proposal Early
Organisations interested in hosting are encouraged to submit their proposals well in advance to ensure adequate planning time.
Ready to Host an AFRINIC Meeting?
Submit your expression of interest and become part of Africa's digital transformation story.
Contact the Team
Reach out to the AFRINIC Meetings Team to discuss your hosting proposal and ask any questions.
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