The African IXP Association, or AFIX, is an association of
Internet exchange point
Internet exchange points (IXes or IXPs) are common grounds of IP networking, allowing participant Internet service providers (ISPs) to exchange data destined for their respective networks. IXPs are generally located at places with preexisting ...
s that operate in the African region. It is a community-driven organization that aims to promote the interests of its members and improve connectivity within the continent.
AFIX is a member of the global Internet Exchange Federation (IX-F).
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).
See also
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List of Internet exchange points
This is a list of Internet exchange points ( IXPs). There are several sources for IXP locations, including Packet Clearing House, who have maintained the earliest list of IXPs, with global coverage since 1994. Also, Telegeography, PeeringDB and t ...
References
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External links
The African IXP Association
Internet in Africa
Internet exchange points
Pan-African organizations