African IXP Association
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| Full name | The African IXP Association |
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| Abbreviation | AFIX |
| Founded | 2012 |
| Website | http://www.af-ix.net/ |
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.
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[edit]
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).