SYTO Club members gathered at a campus chapter meeting

SYTO Clubs

Your Campus. Your Chapter. Your Movement.

Grassroots chapters in schools and universities across Africa. Join one or start your own.

Why Join a SYTO Club?

A SYTO Club is not just an extracurricular. It is your gateway to travel, skills, mentorship, and a pan-African network.

SYTO Club members at a campus event

Access All 4 Programme Pillars

Club members get priority access to SYTO's programmes, from travel experiences to digital skills training and entrepreneurship support.

Build Leadership Skills

Run events, manage a team, and represent your school on a national and continental stage. Real leadership, not theory.

Join a Pan-African Network

Connect with SYTO Clubs across 6+ countries. Exchange ideas, collaborate on projects, and build friendships across borders.

Career & Mentorship Opportunities

Access internships, mentorship from SYTO alumni, and professional development opportunities through the SYTO network.

Clubs Across Africa

SYTO Clubs are active in universities across 6+ African countries. Here are some of our chapters.

University of Ghana SYTO Club campus

University of Ghana SYTO Club

Legon, Accra120+ members

Hosted the first inter-university SYTO Diplomacy Forum in 2024.

Founded 2018

KNUST SYTO Club campus

KNUST SYTO Club

Kumasi, Ghana85+ members

Runs a semester-long Digital Skills Bootcamp for first-year students.

Founded 2019

Université Cheikh Anta Diop Club campus

Université Cheikh Anta Diop Club

Dakar, Senegal60+ members

Organised cross-border cultural exchanges between Senegal and Ghana.

Founded 2021

University of Lagos SYTO Club campus

University of Lagos SYTO Club

Lagos, Nigeria95+ members

Launched a youth entrepreneurship pitch competition with local businesses.

Founded 2020

Start a Chapter

No SYTO Club at your school? Start one in three steps.

1

Gather

Form Your Founding Team

Bring together at least 5 students who share a passion for travel, skills, and youth development. Identify a faculty advisor at your institution.

2

Apply

Submit Your Application

Get in touch with your team details, institution information, and a brief plan for your first semester of activities. We will guide you through the registration process.

3

Launch

Get Chartered & Start

Once approved, you'll receive your SYTO Club charter, starter resources, and a regional coordinator to guide your first events.

Club FAQs

Who can join a SYTO Club?

Any student enrolled at a Senior High School or university where a SYTO Club exists. There are no academic or background requirements, just a willingness to learn, travel, and grow.

How much does membership cost?

Membership fees vary by institution but are designed to be affordable. Fees support club activities, event organisation, and access to SYTO's national programmes.

What if there's no club at my school?

You can start one. All you need is 5 students, a faculty advisor, and an institution willing to host. We'll provide the charter, resources, and a regional coordinator.

What activities do clubs run?

Activities are built around SYTO's 4 pillars: heritage trips, coding workshops, Model UN debates, pitch competitions, community service, and more. Each club tailors activities to their campus.

Can clubs collaborate across countries?

Yes, that's one of the biggest benefits. SYTO Clubs across 6+ African countries regularly collaborate on virtual exchanges, joint events, and cross-border projects.

Be Part of the Movement

Whether you want to join an existing club or bring SYTO to your campus, we are here to help you get started.

Join a Club

Find a chapter at your school

Start a Chapter

Bring SYTO to your campus