Royal African Society

Royal African Society The Royal African Society is a London-based membership organisation. We disseminate knowledge and insight to make a positive difference to Africa’s development.

We amplify African voices and interests in academia, business, politics, the arts and education, reaching a network of more than one million people globally. We foster a better understanding of Africa in the UK and throughout the world - its history, politics, culture, problems and potential. We celebrate the diversity and depth of African culture. Home of the annual Africa Writes and Film Africa

festivals, the African Arguments and What's On Africa online platforms and the African All Party Parliamentary Group.

On 22 July 2026, the Royal African Society begins its celebrations of 125 years of advancing understanding, partnership ...
03/06/2026

On 22 July 2026, the Royal African Society begins its celebrations of 125 years of advancing understanding, partnership and shared prosperity between Africa and the United Kingdom — at one of the world's most iconic addresses: the London Stock Exchange, City of London.

To request an invitation to this exclusive, invitation-only event, kindly send an email to [email protected].

Connecting Capital, Ideas, and Africa's Global Diaspora. 🇬🇧🌍Last week, the Afretrade London Roadshow — in partnership wi...
29/05/2026

Connecting Capital, Ideas, and Africa's Global Diaspora. 🇬🇧🌍

Last week, the Afretrade London Roadshow — in partnership with the Royal African Society — brought together a community of leaders committed to shaping Africa's economic trajectory through trade, investment, and strategic collaboration.

The dialogue was important. The connections, lasting. This is only the beginning.

Next stop: Lagos Nigeria, 17–19 June.

Read more about the event here: https://royalafricansociety.org/event/african-economic-renaissance-roadshow/

A few days late — but some anniversaries are too important to let pass quietly. 🇪🇷 On 24 May 1993, Eritrea took its plac...
28/05/2026

A few days late — but some anniversaries are too important to let pass quietly. 🇪🇷

On 24 May 1993, Eritrea took its place as a sovereign nation after one of the longest independence struggles on the continent. We celebrate belatedly — and sincerely — with the Eritrean community 🌍

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125 years of connecting Africa and the UK — and we are just getting started. 🌍At this year's AGM on 11 June, we will be ...
28/05/2026

125 years of connecting Africa and the UK — and we are just getting started. 🌍

At this year's AGM on 11 June, we will be sharing updates on our 125th Anniversary celebrations, welcoming new leadership, and reflecting on the Society's continued impact.
Do you have RAS memorabilia — photographs, programmes, correspondence? Bring it along. We hope to showcase some of these as part of our anniversary celebrations.

📅 Thursday 11 June | ⏰ 5.30pm | 📍 SOAS, London

Register here 👇
https://royalafricansociety.beaconforms.com/form/9f32bdf0

Trade, Investment, and the Power of Diaspora Engagement. 🇬🇧🌍The Royal African Society was proud to partner with Afretrad...
27/05/2026

Trade, Investment, and the Power of Diaspora Engagement. 🇬🇧🌍

The Royal African Society was proud to partner with Afretrade for the London Roadshow — an evening of substantive dialogue on Africa's economic renaissance, bringing together the investors, entrepreneurs, and policymakers who are actively driving that agenda.

With AfCFTA set to reshape global trade, events like this matter. This is only the beginning.

Next stop: Lagos Nigeria, 17–19 June.

read more about the event here: https://royalafricansociety.org/event/african-economic-renaissance-roadshow/

25/05/2026

Happy Africa Day 🌍

On Africa Day, we celebrate a continent defined not by borders, but by the extraordinary convening power of its people—across business, policy, arts, academia, and culture.

For 125 years, the Royal African Society has served as a trusted bridge between the UK, Africa, and the diaspora. Today, we honour the partnerships being forged that amplify African voices and reshape how the world engages with Africa.

Africa's tomorrow is being shaped by those who believe in authentic dialogue, trusted networks, and collective ambition.

Happy Africa Day.

At the Royal African Society, we are delighted to formally introduce our four co-opted Council Members — each bringing g...
25/05/2026

At the Royal African Society, we are delighted to formally introduce our four co-opted Council Members — each bringing global expertise across business, investment and policy.

Please join us in welcoming:

✦ Mr James Benoit CFA
✦ Mrs Tammy Brophy
✦ Mr John Butt
✦ Ms Ifrah Hassan Ibrahim CFA

Their appointment strengthens our mission to amplify African voices and foster meaningful connections between Africa and the UK.

Meet them at our AGM on 11 June 👇

https://royalafricansociety.beaconforms.com/form/9f32bdf0

A Heartfelt Thank You 🌍🤝To everyone who joined us at the Afretrade London Roadshow in partnership with the Royal African...
23/05/2026

A Heartfelt Thank You 🌍🤝

To everyone who joined us at the Afretrade London Roadshow in partnership with the Royal African Society — thank you for being part of this important conversation.The dialogue around trade, investment, and the power of Africa's global diaspora was exactly what this moment calls for. We hope you left with new ideas, new connections, and renewed energy for what's ahead.We'd love to hear your thoughts.

Please take a moment to share your feedback: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=odBNZ2Kux0Kjn2nuGZU3qBot4L9CBspEtJlvQcKsin9UNkZXVFBYSFdBNktFN1RPSDFPSVkyVjJQMS4u&route=shorturl

Next stop: Lagos, Nigeria — 17–19 June 2026 🇳🇬

Volunteers' Drop-In SessionCould you be a Royal African Society volunteer?Come and find out how you can get involved wit...
22/05/2026

Volunteers' Drop-In Session

Could you be a Royal African Society volunteer?

Come and find out how you can get involved with one of the UK's leading organisations championing African voices and interests.

Join us for an informal drop-in — meet the team, ask questions, and discover the range of volunteering opportunities available at RAS.

📅 Thursday 2nd June 2026
🕚 11am – 1pm
📍 Royal African Society, 10 Thornhaugh Street, London WC1H 0XG
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Register your interest: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=odBNZ2Kux0Kjn2nuGZU3qBot4L9CBspEtJlvQcKsin9URUkxRkxBQVBTU1o5V1NZS0dZSUo3T0RWMi4u&route=shorturl

Part of National Volunteers' Week 2026 ✨🚀🤩

We are delighted to invite our members to the Royal African Society's Annual General Meeting.📅 Thursday 11 June 2026⏰ 5....
21/05/2026

We are delighted to invite our members to the Royal African Society's Annual General Meeting.

📅 Thursday 11 June 2026
⏰ 5.30pm
📍 Brunei Gallery Lecture Theatre, SOAS, London WC1H 0XG

As we mark our 125th Anniversary year, this is a moment to come together, reflect on our progress, and look ahead to the future of UK-Africa engagement.

A cocktail reception will follow the meeting.

Register here 👇
https://royalafricansociety.beaconforms.com/form/9f32bdf0

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