Call for Hosting 2026

Bring Africa's Internet community to your country.

Participants

Countries

Meeting per year

Place your organisation at the centre of Africa's digital development.

Host an AFRINIC Meeting

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.

These meetings attract over 400 participants from more than 35 countries, including representatives from Internet service providers, governments, regulators, academia, civil society, network operators, and technology companies.

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

Two meetings per year

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

Stand-alone Meeting

A focused, six-day deep dive into the frameworks, workshops, and policies that govern the African Internet landscape.

Internet policy development
Specialised workshops
Intense community engagement

Upcoming AFRINIC Meetings

Submit your proposal to host one of these important events and bring Africa's Internet community to your country.

Submit Your Proposal Early

Organisations interested in hosting are encouraged to submit their proposals well in advance to ensure adequate planning time.

meeting@afrinic.net

7 - 10 June 2027

AIS 2027 & AFRINIC-39

Africa Internet Summit

29 - 3 December 2027

AFRINIC-40

Stand-alone Meeting

29 - 3 December 2027

26 - 30 June 2028

AIS 2028 & AFRINIC-41

Africa Internet Summit

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.

Who Attends AFRINIC Meetings?

AFRINIC meetings are open to everyone and free to attend, encouraging wide participation across Africa and globally. Participants come from across the Internet ecosystem, including:

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

Hosting Requirements
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.

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.