AFRINIC IPv6 Certification and Technical Training Workshop Uganda 2026

Event Overview

The DNS Academy, an initiative of the Uganda DNS Forum, in partnership with the Internet Society Uganda Chapter and supported by AFRINIC, is pleased to announce the AFRINIC IPv6 Training Workshop Uganda 2026.

This training workshop is designed to strengthen technical capacity and accelerate IPv6 adoption in Uganda by equipping network engineers, system administrators, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), academic institutions, government ICT teams, and digital infrastructure stakeholders with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in IPv6 deployment and management.

The workshop aligns with Uganda’s Digital Transformation Roadmap and broader efforts to enhance the resilience, scalability, and future-readiness of the country’s Internet infrastructure.

Theme

Building Uganda’s Future Internet Through IPv6 Adoption and Capacity Development

Objectives

The training workshop aims to:

Build technical capacity in IPv6 deployment and management.
Increase awareness on the importance of IPv6 for Internet growth and sustainability.
Support organizations transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6.
Strengthen local technical communities and collaboration around Internet infrastructure development.
Promote best practices in network management, routing, and DNS operations within IPv6 environments.

Target Participants

The workshop is intended for:

Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
Network Engineers and Administrators
Government ICT Officers
Universities and Academic Institutions
Data Center Operators
Telecommunications Companies
Web Hosting Providers
Cybersecurity Professionals
Technical Community Members
Students and Young Network Engineers

Training Areas

Participants will receive practical training in areas including:

Introduction to IPv6
IPv6 Addressing Architecture
IPv6 Network Planning and Deployment
Dual Stack Configuration
IPv6 Routing
DNS and IPv6 Integration
IPv6 Security Considerations
Transition Mechanisms from IPv4 to IPv6
Hands-on Laboratory Sessions
Best Practices for Deployment and Operations

Event Details

Date: 21st – 24 th July 2025
Venue: Kampala, Uganda
Format: Physical Training Workshop
Duration: 3 Days

Organizers and Partners

Organizer:

DNS Academy – An Initiative of the Uganda DNS Forum

Co-Convener:

Internet Society Uganda Chapter

Technical Support:

AFRINIC

Why Attend?

IPv6 is critical to the future growth of the Internet and digital services. As Internet-connected devices continue to grow rapidly, the adoption of IPv6 is becoming essential for scalability, innovation, and sustainable digital transformation.

This workshop provides participants with practical skills, networking opportunities, and exposure to industry best practices necessary to support Uganda’s evolving digital ecosystem.

Registration

Registration details and participation guidelines will be announced soon.

For partnership, sponsorship, or participation inquiries, please contact:

DNS Academy Email: academy@dnsforum.ug

About DNS Academy

DNS Academy is a capacity development initiative of the Uganda DNS Forum focused on strengthening technical knowledge, Internet infrastructure development, DNS operations, cybersecurity awareness, and digital resilience across Uganda and the region.