Governance
Registered, accountable, and youth-led
ARS is a registered non-profit organisation in South Africa, operating under the oversight of the Department of Social Development. It began as a UCT-recognised student society and is now governed by a Board of Directors and a Grand Secretariat.
NPO Registration
294-803
Dept. of Social Development · 31 July 2023
Company registration
K2025477702
African Research Society NPC
Origin
UCT, 2022
Began as a UCT-recognised society
The Grand Secretariat
Five directorates drive the work
Communications & Digital Strategy
Owns the ARS brand, digital platforms, and member communications.
Finance, Administration & Compliance
Stewards ARS finances, governance, and NPO compliance.
Capacity Building
Runs lab camps, mentorship, and research-skills programming.
Research & Innovation
Drives ARS research projects, partnerships, and open calls.
People, Policies & Belonging
Champions inclusion, member wellbeing, and community culture.
Oversight
ARS operates under the oversight of the Department of Social Development and is incorporated as African Research Society NPC (K2025477702). Our first NPO bank account was opened on 17 June 2025, and continental chapter expansion is underway.