What the African Society of Imperial College does

What we do

Four strands of work, each run with the same care: conferences, talks, careers and culture.

  1. 01

    Conferences

    Our flagship: an annual conference at Imperial that brings researchers, policymakers, founders and students together on what Africa is building.

    • Keynotes and panels on energy, health, infrastructure and technology
    • Student research and venture showcases
    • Partners from industry, government and African institutions

  2. 02

    Talks and debate

    A termly speaker series on the questions that shape the continent, framed by the African Union's Agenda 2063.

    • Speakers from science, policy and civil society
    • Governance, climate, migration and economic policy
    • Gender equality and social justice

  3. 03

    Careers and mentorship

    Connections with the alumni and professionals building Africa's health systems, institutions, research and businesses.

    • Peer and alumni mentorship
    • Careers in research, policy, public service and industry
    • A network across every Imperial faculty

  4. 04

    Culture and community

    Fifty-four countries and more than 2,000 languages, celebrated with the same seriousness as the rest of our work.

    • Africa Day on 25 May
    • The Sankofa gala, dinners and culture nights
    • Film, arts and music showcases