Categories & eligibility

Find the membership that fits you

Each category has its own eligibility criteria. Choose the one that best describes you or the organisation you represent — the membership team can help if you are unsure.

AI Professional

For practising engineers, researchers and builders

For individuals working in AI, machine learning, data science or related technical and product roles.

Apply as AI Professional

Eligibility

Currently working in an AI, ML, data or related technical role
Based in Africa or part of the African diaspora
Committed to the AfriAgentic code of conduct

Benefits

Access to the AfriAgentic talent network
Visibility to global AI opportunities
Invitations to member events and working groups

Student & Early-Career

For learners and emerging AI talent

For students and early-career individuals building skills in artificial intelligence and adjacent fields.

Apply as Student & Early-Career

Eligibility

Enrolled in a university, college, bootcamp or training programme, or within 3 years of graduating
Interest in AI, data or emerging technology
Based in Africa or part of the African diaspora

Benefits

Mentorship and learning opportunities
Access to community events and challenges
Pathways to internships and early-career roles

For organisations & teams

Startup

For African AI-driven ventures

For founders and teams building AI-first or AI-enabled products and companies.

Apply as Startup

Eligibility

Founder or team member of an early or growth-stage startup
Product or service that uses or builds AI
Registered or operating in Africa, or serving African markets

Benefits

Introductions to investors and partners
Showcase opportunities to the AfriAgentic network
Access to founder programmes and resources

For organisations & teams

Investor

For funds, angels and capital partners

For investors seeking exposure to African AI talent, startups and innovation.

Apply as Investor

Eligibility

Angel investor, VC, fund, accelerator or corporate venture arm
Interest in AI and technology in Africa

Benefits

Curated deal-flow and startup introductions
Invitations to investor briefings and showcases
Ecosystem insights and reports

For organisations & teams

Institution & Partner

For universities, companies, governments and NGOs

For organisations partnering to develop AI capacity, research and adoption across Africa.

Apply as Institution & Partner

Eligibility

Represents a registered organisation, academic institution, government agency or NGO
Nominated contact authorised to act for the organisation

Benefits

Partnership and collaboration opportunities
Access to vetted African AI talent
Co-hosting of programmes, research and events