The African Phycological Society (APS) was founded on February 26, 2023, to advance algal science, conservation, and applications. The idea was initiated by Dr. Emeka Nwoba and formalized through a virtual meeting chaired by Prof. Amha Belay. The founding working committee includes:
– President: Prof. Mathias Chia
– Vice President: Dr. Emeka Nwoba
– Secretary: Dr. Sirunda Johannes Jaime (replacing Prof. Paul Oberholster)
– Communications/Social Media Administrator: Prof. Eladl Eltanahy
– BoT Chair/Advisor: Prof. Amha Belay
– Publication Managing Editor: Dr. Elizabeth Kebede Westhead
– Treasurer: Prof. Christiana Ogbonna

The Society is registered in Nigeria as the African Phycological Association (APA) with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).