At #ICANN86, the Africa Space session reviewed FY26 progress on the Africa Regional Implementation Plan and previewed the proposed FY27 plan, alongside an update on Coalition for Digital Africa @CoDigiAf initiative. Engagement from the African community continues to grow more focused, with strong contributions from the Coalition. The session highlighted the value of combining virtual and in-person engagement, growing interest from academia and business, and continued support for DNS operators on security and best practices. A new FY27 Regional Implementation Plan with an enhanced collaboration framework is expected soon. If you missed it, watch the recording: bit.ly/43tIlqE

⏳ Only 5 days left to apply for the 2026 DNSSEC Roadshow! The Coalition for Digital Africa has extended the application deadline to 1 June 2026 — so if you haven't applied yet, now is the time. The program selects up to five African ccTLD operators to receive direct technical guidance from experienced consultants, practical DNSSEC training, and support to co-host national training sessions for ISPs and network operators in their country. To be eligible, applicants should have a stable DNS infrastructure, current technical documentation, and institutional commitment to implement the project. 🗓️ Deadline: 1 June 2026 Apply now: coalitionfordigitalafrica.af… #DNSSEC #DigitalAfrica #InternetGovernance #DNS #CyberSecurity #Africa

Strengthening Africa’s Digital Resilience Through Long-Standing Cooperation 🌍 Building a robust digital ecosystem across #Africa requires both resilient infrastructure and strong technical capacity. Through the @codigiaf and our long-standing cooperation with the @ITU and the @atu_uat, #ICANN is providing technical expertise to support the continent’s unique identifier systems and DNS security. Read the full blog: go.icann.org/4tSeCCs #CoalitionForDigitalAfrica #OneWorldOneInternet

📢 Deadline Extended! We have extended the application window for the DNSSEC Roadshow until 1 June 2026. 🔎 The DNSSEC Roadshow provides practical support to help registries deploy #DNSSEC and strengthen #DNS infrastructure. Up to five registries will be selected to participate! This initiative is intended to help registries transition to a more secure and resilient model. It focuses on assisting operators with the adoption of DNSSEC at the second and third levels. 🔐 🔗 Apply here: bit.ly/4r9X57o

📣 Deadline Extended: DNSSEC Roadshows 2026 📣 We are extending the call for applications for the DNSSEC Roadshows 2026. You now have until 1 June to apply and help secure the Internet’s infrastructure in your region! Who is this for? This opportunity is specifically designed for: ✅ ccTLDs that have not yet adopted DNSSEC. ✅ ccTLDs looking to increase DNSSEC uptake at the second and third levels of their domain names. Why participate? Selected operators will receive specialized technical training and hands-on support to implement DNSSEC, build local awareness, and protect users against DNS-related attacks. 🔗 Learn more and apply here: bit.ly/4cJEk6U #DNSSEC #CyberSecurity #ccTLD #InternetGovernance #DigitalAfrica #DNS #TechTraining #Infrastructure

Recent DNSSEC deployments in Africa highlight what successful implementation requires. 🌟 The Coalition's DNSSEC Roadshow supports registries throughout the deployment process. 👉 Learn more on our website >> bit.ly/4r9X57o #CyberSecurity #DNS #Africa #ccTLDs

🔎 Is your registry planning to deploy #DNSSEC? The DNSSEC Roadshow supports African #ccTLD operators working to strengthen DNS security and operational resilience. If DNSSEC is on your roadmap, this is the moment to move forward. 👉 Apply before 1 May 2026. Submit your application: bit.ly/4r9X57o

🔎 Burkina Faso (.bf) and Cameroon (.cm) have deployed DNSSEC-signed zones. These deployments were supported through the DNSSEC Roadshow led by @ICANN through the Coalition for Digital Africa, helping registries strengthen #DNS security and operational practices. 🗓 Applications for the DNSSEC Roadshow are now open! Apply before 1 May 2026 >> bit.ly/4r9X57o

What keeps the Internet running behind the scenes? Join our #ICANN webinar on the L-root DNS architecture—exploring its design, global deployment, and how it delivers secure, resilient #DNS at Internet scale. 📅 25 March 2026 | 12:00–12:45 UTC 👉 Learn more and register today: go.icann.org/40Exfh9

📢 #ICANN has launched the Universal Acceptance (UA) Curriculum program. UA is a technical necessity for a multilingual Internet, helping ensure all valid domain names and related email addresses work across Internet-enabled applications, devices, and systems regardless of script, language, or character length. 🌟 The program enables academic institutions to integrate Internationalized Domain Names, Email Address Internationalization, and UA into relevant degree programs at no charge, with faculty training and support to add the topics into new or existing courses. 🔗 Learn more: go.icann.org/3ZUc2zu #AUBH #ForALifetimeOfSuccess #Unimodelo

📢 Applications are now open for the 2026 DNSSEC Roadshow! African ccTLD operators are invited to apply for technical support to deploy or expand DNSSEC and strengthen DNS security with guidance from experienced consultants. 🔗 Read the announcement: bit.ly/40HUZAU 🔎 Check eligibility and apply: bit.ly/4r9X57o

From coordination to implementation: three years on, the #CoalitionforDigitalAfrica is turning shared vision into measurable results. Through partnerships across governments, the technical community, and industry, the Coalition is strengthening DNS infrastructure and security, expanding L-root deployments, advancing Universal Acceptance in universities, supporting ccTLD capacity across Africa, and much more. This progress is made possible by the strength of our partners—working together through the Coalition is what enables this level of impact. This milestone offers a snapshot of progress so far—and a look at what comes next. Read the full blog: bit.ly/4scYif8 #DigitalInclusion #Internet4all #ccTLDs #CapacityDevelopment #DNSSEC

As we reflect on the year, we want to thank all our partners and stakeholders for the collective effort, commitment, and progress we achieved together. Your collaboration continues to strengthen Africa’s digital future. We are grateful for the journey so far and excited for what lies ahead. Warm holiday wishes, and looking forward to an impactful 2026! For information: bit.ly/3BFM07o

Last week, #Accra was full of momentum! 💫 We spent an incredible week connecting, learning, and collaborating across the Coalition for Digital Africa (@CoDigiAf) Partners Meeting, the Internet Measurement Awareness Workshop, the Africa Engagement Forum, and the Africa DNS Forum. 🌍 From thoughtful discussions to new connections, the week was vibrant and inspired by shared purpose. This short recap captures a few highlights from our week 📸 @AAU_67 @aftld #AfRegistrar @Ghanadomain #ICANN

June Okal, @ICANN’s Stakeholder Engagement Director for East and Southern Africa, shared updates on project progress, community engagement, and priorities for 2026, and thanked the Coalition Partners for their continued work across the region. We’ve also refreshed the Coalition for Digital Africa website. It now features a clearer structure, updated project pages, and improved navigation across initiatives. The site reflects the latest partner activities and offers a more straightforward way to follow the Coalition’s work to strengthen Africa’s Internet infrastructure and digital resilience. Explore the new site: bit.ly/3BFM07o

Coalition for Digital Africa partners met yesterday in Accra for a working session focused on progress, coordination, and shared priorities for 2026–2027. Partners reviewed achievements since launch, shared updates on ongoing projects, and aligned on next-phase workstreams including capacity development, multilingual access, and technical readiness across the region. Thank you to the @Association of African Universities for hosting and to all partners for their continued collaboration. #Lusnic @RealSmartAfrica @lawyershubHQ @atu_uat @ICANN @aftld

A movement is growing across Africa. New IXPs in Benin, Malawi, Rwanda, and Madagascar are helping keep Internet traffic local — and communities connected. Explore the stories: bit.ly/4o4KWiQ #DigitalAfrica #Connectivity #IXP #ICANN @internetsociety

In Kenya and Nigeria, local Internet traffic grew from 30% to 70%. Collaboration through the Coalition for Digital Africa is showing what’s possible when communities build IXPs together: bit.ly/4o4KWiQ #Connectivity #IXP #Peering #ICANN @internetsociety

Only 41% of #Africa’s online content is locally cached. The #CoalitionforDigitalAfrica and the @internetsociety are working to change that — keeping data local for a faster, stronger Internet. Learn more: bit.ly/4o4KWiQ #IXP #Connectivity #peering #ICANN

Strengthening the Internet in Africa starts with keeping traffic local. Under the #CoalitionForDigitalAfrica, the @internetsociety is expanding and strengthening Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) across the continent so more Internet traffic stays within #Africa. This means faster connections, lower costs, and greater resilience for everyone online. From Kenya and Nigeria to Benin, Rwanda, Malawi, and Madagascar, communities are proving what’s possible when local expertise and collaboration come together. Read how these efforts are shaping a stronger, more connected Africa: bit.ly/4o4KWiQ #DigitalAfrica #Connectivity #IXP #Peering #ICANN #InternetSociety