The SMART AFRICA NETWORK, supported by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI), is a non-profit academic imaging project aimed at advancing Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in medicine and biology across Africa. Focused on interdisciplinary collaboration, the network fosters partnerships among MRI practitioners and researchers from diverse African nations. Committed to scientific and technical excellence, the SMART AFRICA NETWORK develops MRI training programs to enhance healthcare outcomes, driving innovation and skill advancement. Its mission is to reshape the landscape of MRI practice and research on the continent.