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--></style></head><body lang=en-KE link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><b><i><span style='font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>(Apologies for cross-posting)<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><i><span style='font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></i></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><i><span style='font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></i></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'>Dear Colleagues,</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'>As we step into a new year, it is with great pleasure that we share with you an insightful blog post encapsulating AFRINIC's journey throughout 2023. This blog illuminates our steadfast dedication to excellence in the face of various challenges.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0cm;text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'>We are particularly excited to highlight our key achievements in the areas of member support, capacity building, policy development, and technical operations. From addressing IPv4 challenges to launching impactful webinar series and collaborating with regional partners, AFRINIC has not only navigated challenges but also achieved significant growth and positive outcomes.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0cm;text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'>We invite you to take a moment to read the blog, offering a comprehensive overview of our endeavors and accomplishments. </span><b><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#215F9A'><a href="https://blog.afrinic.net/afrinic-key-achievements-in-2023" title="https://blog.afrinic.net/afrinic-key-achievements-in-2023"><span style='color:#215F9A'>You can access the blog here.</span></a></span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0cm;text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'>Thank you for your unwavering and continuous support.We eagerly anticipate a year brimming with collaborative initiatives and further advancements in 2024.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0cm;text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'>Kind Regards,</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0cm;text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'>AFRINIC Communications.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>