Lack of encryption in protecting data puts Africa at risk

The minister emphasised the importance of supporting internet traffic aggregation at interconnection hubs at the African Peering and Interconnection Forum.

The event serves as a platform for participants to exchange insights, deliberate on emerging trends, and cultivate avenues for collaboration.

As an example, Kenya’s rate of adoption is under 8%, and the government has stipulated a deadline of July 2023 for full migration.

Communications Authority of Kenya says by July 2023, only IPv6-compatible devices will work.

Africa’s internet exchange points show significant gains, with SA as the nation with the most developed internet ecosystem in Africa, reveals the Internet Society.

Organisation pledges support for country’s Digital Ethiopia 2025 Strategy.

Internet Society says internet exchange points play critical role in expanding internet access and lowering connectivity costs in Kenya and Nigeria.

Internet Society teams up with DRC's ISPA and Facebook to support new initiative aimed at improving access to the internet.

Internet Society and African IXP Association schedule forum for August in Mauritius to discuss issue.

Two partnerships reflect industry’s response to growing demand for connectivity across the continent.

Operator confirmed SA and Nigeria as primary targets for Q1 next year.