About #ZAPF
The South African Peering Forum is an opportunity for engineers to share expertise and insights on peering with leading local and international experts. Join us as we develop new ideas and hacks for improving the state of the Internet, both in South Africa and in the greater African region.
The event is targeted at peering managers and coordinators, network engineers and architects, systems administrators and those who are peering or seek to peer at Internet Exchanges.
Talk Submissions
The call for presentations for ZAPF-10 is open. Talks must be peering related and non-commercial. Submissions are handled on the ZANOG events system: create an account or log in, then use "Submit a presentation" under ZAPF10.
Agenda
Details to follow - check back soon
Registration
Attendance is free of charge, but space is limited and registration is required.
The deadline for new registrations is Wednesday, November 11th 2026 08:00.
Registration has closed
Programme Committee
Partners
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, offering over 200 fully featured services from data centers globally. Millions of customers – including the fastest-growing startups, largest enterprises, and leading government agencies – are using AWS to lower costs, become more agile, and innovate faster.
DE-CIX (pronounced DEE-KICKS) is the world's leading operator of Internet, Cloud, and AI Exchanges, powering digital ecosystems across 60+ locations worldwide. Accessible in 600+ cities, our platform delivers high-performance peering, cloud connectivity, and interconnection services—enabling seamless, secure, and scalable data exchange that fuels the global digital economy.
The Fastly Edge Cloud Platform delivers some of the best and fastest online experiences possible through edge compute, delivery, security, and observability offerings. Together, we're making the internet a better place where all experiences are fast, safe, and engaging. Learn more at www.fastly.com
As the leaders in configurable transceivers, FLEXOPTIX are your one stop shop – WE DO OPTICS! With the FLEXBOX series – unrivalled since 2008 – we make the universal transceivers that work with nearly every device.
For more than 30 years, LINX has helped networks connect and route traffic efficiently and at scale. From peering and cloud connectivity to supporting the demands of AI and emerging technologies, we provide the resilient infrastructure that keeps the internet performing at its best. www.linx.net
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities and grow businesses. We're moving beyond 2D screens and into immersive experiences like virtual and augmented reality, helping create the next evolution of social technology.
MikroTikSA is a licensed network operator supplying customised connectivity solutions to the private and public sector. With the technical expertise of David Savage, a MikroTik Certified Trainer and a pioneer in wireless engineering in Africa, MikroTikSA takes pride in having the best and brightest networking team. Our methodology is based on leading industry standards, ensuring that our clients’ needs are not only met, but exceeded.
Home to global carriers, cloud providers, content delivery networks (CDNs), ISPs, internet security, and gaming platforms, NAPAfrica is the continent's largest aggregation point. In a world where the ease of interconnections, seamless peering arrangements, and platform reliability are essential, the NAPAfrica internet exchange delivers. NAPAfrica operates internet exchange points (IXPs) within Teraco's Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg data centres that service the Southern Africa region. The IXP's founding goal is to help make internet access more accessible for Africa. With more than 560 member ASNs from over 50 countries, NAPAfrica is the 5th largest IXP globally. Members are encouraged to participate in online discussions and meet at technical events throughout the year.
Over the past 18 years, Vanilla (AS37199) sought local businesses to install and support multiple Internet connections - using various means such as fixed wireless and fibre - with the primary objective of enabling these businesses to develop a flow in business functions. By eliminating the possibility of a constrained Internet network, we have witnessed an increase in efficiency and productivity within these businesses that in turn has resulted in global success and a positive impact on economic growth. Although we are small and lean, we service some of the largest clients in our area and have a keen focus on providing temporary services for events in all premium event locations in the City.









