Membership
Choose the membership that fits your ambition
From entrepreneurs to corporates and institutions, ACIC membership connects you to African markets, capital, networks and influence.
Entrepreneur Member
Fees to be confirmed
Founders and early-stage business owners building across African markets.
- Member directory access
- Newsletters and market updates
- Discounted event access
- Community networking
Voting rights: No
Events: Selected member events
Listing: Standard directory listing
SME Member
Fees to be confirmed
Established small and medium enterprises seeking growth and market access.
- Trade mission participation
- Opportunity submissions
- Business matchmaking
- Market intelligence reports
Voting rights: Yes
Events: All member events
Listing: Enhanced directory listing
Corporate Member
Fees to be confirmed
Large corporates and groups operating regionally or continentally.
- Executive roundtable access
- Delegation leadership
- Brand visibility
- Policy dialogue participation
Voting rights: Yes
Events: Priority + executive events
Listing: Premium directory listing
Institutional Member
Fees to be confirmed
Development institutions, banks, associations and public agencies.
- Programme collaboration
- Research partnerships
- Convening opportunities
- Thought leadership
Voting rights: Yes
Events: Institutional programmes
Listing: Institutional profile
International Member
Fees to be confirmed
Non-African businesses and investors seeking African market entry.
- Market-entry support
- Investor introductions
- Trade mission access
- Local partner matching
Voting rights: No
Events: All member events
Listing: International listing
Strategic Partner
By agreement
Organisations partnering on flagship ACIC initiatives and events.
- Co-branded initiatives
- Speaking platforms
- Priority engagement
- Strategic advisory access
Voting rights: Yes
Events: Co-hosting privileges
Listing: Featured partner profile
Membership Benefits
What members receive
Continental business connections
Investment and partnership opportunities
Trade missions and business delegations
Market intelligence and industry reports
Access to conferences and executive events
Government and institutional engagement
Member visibility and business promotion
Business advocacy and policy dialogue
Eligibility
Who can apply
Membership is open to credible businesses, institutions and international partners with a genuine commercial interest in African markets. Applicants should be lawfully registered and able to provide supporting documentation on request.
- A registered business or institution
- A commercial interest in African trade or investment
- Commitment to the ACIC code of conduct
Application Process
How it works
1. Apply
Complete the online membership application and upload supporting documents.
2. Review
ACIC reviews your application and verifies your business details.
3. Approval
On approval, you receive confirmation and your membership is activated.
4. Engage
Access events, opportunities, networks and member benefits.
Member Code of Conduct
ACIC members commit to acting with integrity, honesty and professionalism; to complying with applicable laws; to conducting business ethically and transparently; to respecting fellow members and partners; and to upholding the reputation of the Chamber. Members agree not to misrepresent their affiliation with ACIC or make unsupported claims.