ABOUT US
We are a membership organisation that provides opportunities for people to connect, celebrate and engage critically with a wide range of topics and ideas about Africa today.
Through our events, publications and digital channels we share insight, instigate debate and facilitate mutual understanding between the UK and Africa.
We amplify African voices and interests in academia, business, politics, the arts and education, reaching a network of more than one million people globally.
Our Events
When - 14/9/2021
JOIN THE DEBATE ON ONE OF THE MOST PRESSING GLOBAL ISSUES OF OUR TIME Climatic and demographic change are global trends that are already having a profound impact on Africa. ...
Latest News
Photo Credit: USAID Nigeria We could join the clamour surrounding the cuts to the UK development aid budget but will instead highlight one area where technical assistance from advanced economies could be expanded. This is the nurturing of regulated pens...
08/7/2021
You might have noticed something different. We have rebranded! With 120 years of change behind us, the Royal African Society is evolving again. Today we launch a new logo to mark our anniversary. It marks a fresh, new stage for the Royal Afri...
06/7/2021
We are now recruiting for a Fundraising and Partnerships Manager to join us in August 2021. To apply, please email ras@soas.ac.uk with your CV and a covering letter explaining why you think you are suitable for the job, addressing the points in the job ...
24/6/2021
We are now recruiting for a Digital Communications Manager to join us in August 2021. To apply, please email dh35@soas.ac.uk with your CV and a covering letter explaining why you think you are suitable for the job, addressing the points in the job descr...
24/6/2021