African IXP Association
Internet exchange points in Africa
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The African IXP Association, or AFIX, is an association of Internet exchange points that operate in the African region.[1] It is a community-driven organization that aims to promote the interests of its members and improve connectivity within the continent.
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| Full name | The African IXP Association |
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| Abbreviation | AFIX |
| Founded | 2012 |
| Website | http://www.af-ix.net/ |
AFIX is a member of the global Internet Exchange Federation (IX-F).[2] Membership in AFIX is free and open to all operators of Internet Exchange Points in Africa.
Meetings
The African IXP Association typically meets annually at the African Peering and Interconnection Forum (AfPIF) and occasionally meets bi-annually at the African Internet Summit (AIS).