The supreme governing body of ASFI Membership — uniting African scientists to own, shape, and advance the continent's scientific future.
Starting from 2023, ASFI introduced membership into the ASFI community — creating a structured platform for scientists across Africa to actively participate in shaping the continent's scientific renaissance.
The ASFI Members' General Assembly is the supreme governing body of ASFI Membership, composed of all ASFI members (both Senior and Junior Sub-Assemblies). It meets every 3 months, with daily affairs managed by the General Assembly Leadership Team — ensuring programs align with ASFI's vision of capacity building and career development for African scientists.
Leadership Team meets monthly · Tenure: 2 years (non-renewable)
Membership in the General Assembly Leadership Team is a voluntary role based on election by ASFI members. The Leadership Team rotates across African regions, ensuring representation of gender, disciplines, career levels, age, and experience. Each member who fulfills their role receives a Community Service Certificate at the end of their 2-year tenure.
The Leadership Team partners with members and ASFI to initiate programs that foster capacity building and career development — creating a sense of belonging and shared ownership.
Dedicated leaders elected to represent and advance the interests of ASFI members across Africa.
President
South Africa
Secretary General
Tanzania
Asst. Secretary General
Kenya
VP Membership Drive
Nigeria • Lecturer, Michael Okpara University
VP Science & Education
Sudan • Asst. Professor, University of Medical Sciences
VP Conferences & Events
Nigeria
VP Communications & Public Engagement
Sudan
VP Ethics & Protocols
Cameroon
Streamlining capacity building to suit different career stages — fostering mentorship and collaboration.
Chairperson · Senior Sub-Assembly
Uganda
Leading capacity building and mentorship programs for senior researchers and established scientists.
Chairperson · Junior Sub-Assembly
Sudan
Fostering career development, networking, and skill-building for early-career scientists.
Tailored for early-career scientists, focusing on foundational skills, mentorship connections, and networking opportunities that accelerate professional growth.
Designed for established researchers, emphasizing leadership, grant writing, publishing excellence, and mentoring the next generation of African scientists.
Regular joint events, mentorship pairings, and collaborative programs between Junior and Senior assemblies to build a cohesive scientific community.
Sub-Assemblies report activities to the General Assembly Leadership Team every 6 months
Chairs and Vice Chairs serve 2-year terms · ASFI Director of Science & Communications serves as liaison to ASFI Management
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