About the African Society of Imperial College London

The stone front of the Royal School of Mines building at Imperial
Royal School of Mines, Imperial, South Kensington

Africa has 54 countries, 1.5 billion people and the youngest population in the world. This society brings Imperial students together around all of it.

Our vision

A generation of Imperial graduates who help build Africa's future: the engineers, doctors, scientists, founders and policymakers whose work reaches all 54 countries.

We get there by connecting people across every faculty and campus with each other, with alumni, and with the institutions already doing that work. Membership is free and open to every Imperial student, from Africa or with a serious interest in it.

Get involved

Four ways to help build the society.

  • Represent your country

    Be the contact for students from your country, welcome new members and help plan events about it.

    Volunteer

  • Suggest a speaker

    If you know someone working on health, policy, gender equality, technology or business in Africa, tell us about them.

    Suggest someone

  • Join the committee

    Roles in events, partnerships, communications and welfare will open soon.

    Register interest

  • Co-host an event

    If you run a society or student group, we would like to plan events with you.

    Get in touch

Frequently asked questions

Who can join?

Any Imperial student, on any campus, undergraduate or postgraduate, who is African or serious about Africa.

Do I have to be African?

No. Membership is open to anyone at Imperial who is interested in Africa.

I'm already in another society. Can I join this one too?

Yes. Many students belong to more than one society. If you run a society and would like to co-host an event with us, please email us.

Is it only about science and business?

No. We also cover governance and policy, gender equality and social justice.

What does lighting a country mean?

Each country on our map lights up when its first member joins. Our goal for year one is to light all 54.

How can I get involved beyond joining?

You can represent your country, suggest a speaker, register interest in a committee role or co-host an event. See the options above.

Is there a membership fee?

No. Membership is free.