Bridging Engineering Talent and Opportunity
The Association of Engineers of DRC Origin in South Africa (AEDOSA) is a non-profit, socio-professional organisation dedicated to uniting Congolese engineering professionals and contributing to the industrialisation of both the DRC and South Africa.
Since 2015
Registered NPO
Our Foundation
We, the Engineers of Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) origin, residing in South Africa, acknowledge that Engineering is a noble career. It is defined not only by the academic training received but also by the expectation it creates among political decision-makers and the general public for the development of countries.
Aware of the natural resources, including geological, mining, cultural and others of the DRC, and its geostrategic position and biodiversity, we recognise the role that is ours in the development of the DRC while abroad. We exist to provide a social and technical platform for discussion and the conveyance of ideas.
We wish to participate in the development of our own human capital richness in all areas of engineering and make our contribution to universal knowledge by encouraging younger generations to pursue the engineering career. Convinced that collective action is more efficient and cost-effective than acting individually, we decided to regroup and create this non-profit organisation.
Board of Directors
The Association is managed by a Board of Directors, elected by the full members, which holds all powers of administration and management.
- President & Vice President
- Secretary General & Deputy
- Financial Officer & Deputy
- Regional Representatives (3 Regions)
- Honorary President (Advisor)
Regional Sections
To ensure effective representation, AEDOSA is structured into three Regional Sections, each electing its own representatives and organising local activities.
- Western Region: Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape
- Central Region: Gauteng, North West, Free State
- Eastern Region: Durban, Mpumalanga, Limpopo
Membership Categories
AEDOSA welcomes individuals at various stages of their engineering journey and those who support the profession.
Full Member
Engineers with a tertiary qualification and a minimum of three years' working experience.
Associate Member
Candidate engineers, trainee engineers, and those who do not yet meet full membership requirements.
Student Member
Individuals with a valid registration as an engineering student at a recognised tertiary institution.
Corresponding Member
Engineers or scientific/industrial professionals chosen to represent AEDOSA in the DRC or abroad.
Supporting Member
Any physical or moral person that contributes to the achievement of the association's goals.
Honorary Member
Notables from the scientific and industrial world who have rendered outstanding services to AEDOSA.