Events

Advancing SDG 9: African RENs’ Role in Building Resilient Infrastructure and Fostering Innovation

AfricaConnect, ASREN, KENET, MAREN, Members, RENU, SDG, WACREN, ZAMREN / By / July 21, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving world, the importance of achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) cannot be overstated. Among these goals, SDG 9 holds particular significance as it focuses on building resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and fostering innovation. This goal serves as a critical foundation for societal growth and development, facilitating …

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Early Bird Registration Now Open for UbuntuNet-Connect 2023 Conference!

AfricaConnect, Members, RENU, UbuntuNet Connect, UbuntuNet Connect / By / June 30, 2023

We are excited to announce the opening of early bird registration for the highly anticipated UbuntuNet-Connect 2023 conference, hosted by the Research and Education Network for Uganda (RENU). The conference will take place on the 26th and 27th of October 2023 in Kampala, Uganda. This year’s event promises to be a vibrant gathering, bringing together …

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Unlocking Data Access in Africa: UbuntuNet Alliance’s Presence at Open Repositories 2023

Events, Library, Open Access, Open Science, Partners / By / June 30, 2023

UbuntuNet Alliance showcased its commitment to advancing open science at the Open Repositories 2023 conference held in Cape Town, South Africa from 12th to 15th June, 2023. Represented by their Business Development Officer, Harold Bowa, UbuntuNet Alliance actively participated in panel discussions and engaged with prominent practitioners in the field of open science. Harold Bowa …

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UbuntuNet Alliance’s Journey at TNC2023: Paving the Way for African Research Excellence

GEANT, TNC / By / June 29, 2023

UbuntuNet Alliance recently participated in the TNC23 conference organized by GÉANT. The event, held in Tirana, Albania from 5th to 9th June 2023, revolved around the theme of “Digital Generations.” UbuntuNet Alliance seized this valuable opportunity to connect with fellow practitioners in research and education, fostering discussions on potential collaborations and advancements within the African …

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Fostering Collaboration and Learning: The Emerging NREN Programme at TCN23 Conference

AfricaConnect, GEANT, TNC / By / June 29, 2023

The Emerging NREN Programme (ENP) took center stage alongside the TCN23 conference, bringing together individuals from emerging National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) worldwide. This unique initiative aimed to integrate NREN staff members into the TNC community, fostering synergies and connections between European and international NRENs. With a focus on engineering and technical personnel, the …

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Moving Towards A Greener Future: The Role of African RENs in Achieving SDG13

SDG, WACREN / By / June 26, 2023

The World has just seven short years to the finishing line, and we are still determining whether we can meet the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Goal 13 (Climate Action) is on red alert. In fact, the UN says this is “humanity’s ‘code red’ warning”! International organisations, governments, and regional and local institutions, including academic and …

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RENU Shares Best Practices for NREN Communications in Recent Webinar.

Capacity Building, Events, Members, RENU / By / May 29, 2023

From internal coordination to external engagements, NREN communications and marketing play a vital role in helping NRENs grow and achieve sustainability. The wonderful work that NRENs do, amplified by vibrant communications has reaped significant benefits for some NRENs such as RENU. Through the webinar “Harnessing the potential of NREN communication”, the communications lead from RENU, …

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ZIMREN Successfully Hosts the UbuntuNet Alliance 17th Annual General Meeting.

AGM, Board / By / May 26, 2023

UbuuntuNet Alliance successfully held its 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on May 5th, 2023, at the prestigious Cresta Lodge in Harare, Zimbabwe hosted by the Zimbabwean Research and Education Network. The event brought together NREN CEOs, UbuntuNet Alliance management, and the Alliance’s esteemed board to deliberate on matters governing the organization and make crucial decisions. …

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Zimbabwe Government Welcomes Internet Connectivity at Varsities

AGM, Events, Members / By / May 12, 2023

Zimbabwe government has applauded efforts by the Ubuntu Net Alliance to partner the National Research and Education Networks (NRENS) to bring internet connectivity at universities. Speaking during the 17th UbuntuNet Alliance annual general meeting, Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation Science and Technology Development secretary Fanuel Tagwireyi said Zimbabwe was indebted to Ubuntu Net Alliance, which …

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UbuntuNet-Connect 2023 Call for Sponsorship Now Out!

Events, UbuntuNet Connect / By / April 21, 2023

150 to 200 participants including educational policy makers, vice chancellors, researchers, librarians and NREN CEOs from around Africa and beyond, at your disposal for 2 days through the UbuntuNet-Connect 2023 conference. We are excited to invite all interested parties to participate as a sponsor in this upcoming conference, which will be held in Kampala Uganda from 26 to …

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