South African agency responsible for .ZA Internet addresses is in trouble

• The .ZA Internet addresses are not in trouble, but the agency responsible for them, ZADNA, faces serious concerns regarding its long-term financial sustainability due to its heavy reliance on domain registration revenue.
• ZADNA has faced governance challenges, including the dismissal of its former CEO, Molehe Wesi, and has been criticized for its slow adoption of .ZA domains among schools, small businesses, and historically disadvantaged communities.
• The Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies has recommended that the communications minister prioritize discussions regarding a sustainable funding model for ZADNA and ensure that it submits a detailed sustainability and revenue diversification strategy within 3 months.