* Identify and implement registry standards and policies required to ensure a stable and successful operation of the gTLD
* Identify and implement registry standards and policies required to ensure a stable and successful operation of the gTLD
* Implement an efficient and scalable registry system for future technological enhancement
* Implement an efficient and scalable registry system for future technological enhancement
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==Criticism against ARC==
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DotConnectAfrica ([[DCA]]), one of the contenders to operate the .africa gTLD openly criticized ARC in its bid to operate the gTLD. According to DCA, ARC is not a world-class registry solution for .africa citing that the company is newly established and its executives who are affiliated with [[UNiForum SA] managed of the [[.co.za]], [[.za]] domain name space inefficiently. DCA also accused the company as a potential bee scam and many other allegations.<ref>[http://myemail.constantcontact.com/The-Leopard-Cannot-Change-its-Spots--Say--No--to-the-ARC--African-Registry-Consortium.html?soid=1102516344150&aid=BYYeJN0_fLU Criticisms]</ref>