African Quantum Consortium

The African Quantum Consortium (AQC) is the first pan-African platform for quantum science, education, innovation, and policy across the continent, officially launched on August 5, 2025, after a year of foundational work. AQC is formally registered in South Africa as a nonprofit, providing operational and legal stability for coordinating quantum initiatives across African borders. Founded and convened by Farai Mazhandu with Zimbabwe connections, AQC is based in Zimbabwe and is a member of the Open Quantum Institute hosted by CERN. The consortium builds a shared foundation for quantum science and technology across Africa, addressing previous fragmentation of research efforts, isolated networks, and occasional funding without lasting coordination. AQC hosts quantum roundtables, develops a ‘State of Quantum in Africa’ white paper, and establishes initiatives for talent development and coordination. The consortium unifies Africa’s quantum ecosystem across research, policy, business, and civil society.