The .GA country code top-level domain (ccTLD) is now managed by nic.fr and is no longer linked to complimentary domain name offerings. Individuals can now register .GA domains through the registrar netim.com.
All previously available free domain options have been discontinued, and standard pricing now applies for all .GA domain registrations.

I have mixed feelings about the recent changes to the .GA country code top-level domain (ccTLD). On one hand, the move to have nic.fr manage the registry could bring more stability and professionalism to the domain space. However, the discontinuation of the previously free domain options is a bit disappointing.

When .GA first emerged as a viable alternative to more expensive ccTLD options, it provided an excellent opportunity for startups, small businesses, and individual users to establish an online presence without breaking the bank. The free domain model allowed for experimentation, creativity, and low-barrier entry into the digital world. Many innovative projects and personal sites were able to thrive under this model.

Now, with the standardized pricing and the end of the complimentary domain offerings, .GA domain registration becomes just another commodity. While this may attract more mainstream adoption and potentially increase the overall value of the namespace, it also means that the .GA extension loses some of its unique appeal and the democratizing effect it once had.
I can't help but feel a bit nostalgic for the days when .GA domains were easily accessible to individuals and small players. There was a certain charm and sense of community in that approach, which fostered creativity and experimentation online. The new reality may be more practical, but it also feels a bit more sterile and corporate.