London Africa is the community for those operating in and building the UK - Africa's tech startup, innovation, creative and investor ecosystems.
We provide a space for people to connect, share and learn from one another by fostering meaningful relationships and opportunities to collaborate. Our aim is simple, to be the melting pot to bring together and create awareness of who is operating and what is happening in the UK -Africa corridor. We do this through hosting an in-person event every quarter and our online platform that allows members the opportunity to engage with each other as well as facilitate access to other organisations, events and opportunities happening in the wider ecosystem.
The Community Offering
Members of the London Africa, you have access to several community resources and opportunities:
Quarterly
Events
In-person event in London every quarter to meet other members over African-fusion food and drink. Each event is in collaboration with an ecosystem partner to offer a unique experience.
Members
Directory
Access to the members directory to connect with fellow members, share and make asks or offerings to one another. The goal is to foster collaboration between people and organisations in the community.
Ecosystem Tools & Resources
Access to a curated community space to share & access UK - Africa news, opportunities, jobs, and information as well as a spotlight on other ecosystem events as well as supporting member lead activities.
Partner Perk & Opportunities
Get access to a series of perks from our partners including exclusive service offerings, discounts on major conference and summit tickets. Opportunity to engage with visiting UK partner delegations.
Join Industry Leading Members
Our community is driven by its members and the organisations they represent, creating a diverse and representative mix of the skills, knowledge and industries - member organisations include:
What Our Members Say
“The community consistently delivers value through bringing together one of the most diverse and representative groups within the ecosystem. LAN events are a pin in my calendar all year round.”
Jessica Hope,
Founder & CEO
Wimbart
“LAN is an amazing community of likeminded people who are resourceful, open to sharing, welcoming and are committed to adding value for each other. I enjoy how the events are curated and love the food!”
Uwem Uwemakpan,
Head of Investment
Launch Africa
“As a Kenyan based founder visiting London for the first time, London Africa was perfect springboard into the UK ecosystem. Every time I visit the UK I'll always align my trip with the communities quarterly events.”
Joyce Mbaya,
Founder & CEO
Zydii
Joining The Community
London Africa Network is a membership based community offering two different membership options to try and cater to all levels of interest and ability to participate. If you wish to join London Africa Network then please complete the application form linked below and select your desired membership. Please note, all applications are reviewed for quality purposes to ensure applicants are a good fit for the community. Once approved you will be invited to pay for your membership and officially join the community.
Key Application Dates:
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Member registration opens March 6th until the 22nd.
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Application approval & invitations to join the community will be sent to accepted applicants by March 25th.
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Accepted applications will have a deadline to make full membership payment by March 29th at 14:00.
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After this application window closes you can still submit an application, but these are reviewed on a quarterly basis.
