One of the opening sessions at TNC2026 explored the emerging strategic era of intercontinental submarine connectivity infrastructure, including ongoing projects such as Medusa and Blue Raman, and opportunities such as Polar Connect and EurAfrica, in which Regional Research and Education Networks, including GÉANT, NorduNET, ASREN, WACREN and UbuntuNet Alliance have a direct stake. The assembled …
UbuntuNet Alliance joined regional research and education networking partners from across the world in signing the Helsinki Declaration, a renewed global commitment to strengthen collaboration in support of Earth Observation and the international Group on Earth Observations (GEO) community. The declaration was signed on 10 June 2026 during TNC2026 in Helsinki, Finland, bringing together ASREN, …
The UbuntuNet Alliance is pleased to announce the successful candidates selected from its membership to participate in the GÉANT Emerging NREN Programme (ENP) 2026, a prestigious professional development initiative that will take place alongside TNC26, the flagship conference of the global research and education networking community. The programme will be held from 8–12 June 2026 …
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The UbuntuNet Alliance invites its member National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) to apply for the Emerging NREN Programme 2026, an international professional development opportunity delivered alongside TNC26, GÉANT‘ flagship conference of the global research and education networking community. The programme will take place 8–12 June 2026 in Helsinki, Finland, hosted with the support of …
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In 2023, the Networks and Infrastructure Manager of the Malawi Research and Education Network (MAREN), Alexius Chipalamwazani, was selected to participate in TNC 2023, GÉANT’s annual conference. His selection followed his success in the highly competitive Emerging NREN Programme (ENP), a prestigious initiative designed to integrate individuals from emerging National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) …
The GÉANT Emerging NREN Programme (ENP) is back, offering an incredible opportunity for professionals from emerging National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) to engage with the global research and education networking community. ENP25 will take place from 9-13 June 2025, alongside TNC25 in Brighton, UK, Since its launch in 2018, the ENP has welcomed 74 …
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Participants from African Regional Research and Education Networks (RRENs) and National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) had the opportunity to attend and actively participate in the TNC24 which was held from 10-14 June, 2024 in Rennes, France. The conference venue was The Couvent des Jacobins, Rennes Convention Center which is an authentic, historic region, known …
The GÉANT Emerging NREN Programme (ENP) is part of the GÉANT Project (GN5-1) 1 and has been taking place alongside TNC, GÉANT’s flagship yearly conference, since 2018. In its consecutive editions the programme has aimed to integrate individuals from emerging NRENs from around the globe into the TNC community and create further synergies and connections …
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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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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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