Statement from the Number Resource Organization regarding AFRINIC Elections

Posted: Thursday, 26 June 2025

This message is posted on behalf of the Number Resource Organization (NRO):

The NRO reaffirm our unwavering commitment to open, transparent, and high‑integrity governance processes, including the conduct of elections for RIR governing bodies.

We acknowledge the recent concerns expressed by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) regarding the integrity and transparency of the AFRINIC Board of Directors election. We note ICANN’s request for clarity on this matter, in alignment with the Internet Coordination Policy‑2 (ICP‑2) framework.

We fully support ICANN’s efforts to bring transparency and accountability to the AFRINIC election process. Upholding trust in RIR governance is essential not only for AFRINIC’s community, but for the stability and cohesion of the global Internet number resource system.

Each RIR is founded on the principles of neutrality, community‑developed policy, and member‑driven processes. Ensuring that these principles are upheld in AFRINIC’s election safeguards the integrity and resilience of the entire RIR ecosystem.

Hans Petter Holen
Chair
Number Resource Organization
On behalf of the NRO Executive Council (NRO EC)