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==Contention==
==Contention==
Prior to [[ICANN]]'s implementation of the [[new gTLD]] program, another [[registry]], [[DotConnectAfrica]] (DCA) submitted a competing 'private' application to [[ICANN]] for the [[dotAfrica]] [[gTLD]]. On October 29th, 2018, DCA contacted the Chairperson of the AUC seeking support for its application for the [[dotAfrica]] [[gTLD]], stating that "collaboration of the AU (with [[ICANN]]) will be a necessity if not a prerequisite" due to the impending program requirement changes.
After an initial meeting with the Chairperson from the AUC, DCA contacted the Chairperson again by letter on July 31st, 2009 again seeking an endorsement letter. The AUC responded favorably initially, but later redacted its confirmation of support after consulting with 'relevant stakeholders', further stating that they would implement an open process for all applicants. DCA responded by stating "we fully support the open process and are quite confident based on our due diligence to date, to be one of the leading contenders.<ref name="icannwiki"></ref>
==Steering Committee==
==Steering Committee==