Africa Educational Trust
To advance education for the public benefit in Africa by such means as the trustees deem appropriate, in particular by improving access for those excluded from educational opportunities by reason of conflict, discrimination or poverty and through the study of and dissemination of knowledge concerning African affairs.
Activities & Mission
To advance education for the public benefit in Africa by such means as the trustees deem appropriate, in particular by improving access for those excluded from educational opportunities by reason of conflict, discrimination or poverty and through the study of and dissemination of knowledge concerning African affairs.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 28% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1359). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 62% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,744,042 | £1,388,008 | £1,387,768 | £169,384 | £66,549 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,481,065 | £1,557,343 | £1,557,050 | -£186,650 | £52,774 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,144,421 | £1,518,251 | £1,518,056 | -£110,372 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,362,701 | £1,868,666 | £1,868,210 | £263,458 | £0 | 10 / 0 |
| 2021 | £766,203 | £917,303 | £916,914 | £776,281 | £17,342 | 18 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Africa Educational Trust
What does Africa Educational Trust do?
To advance education for the public benefit in Africa by such means as the trustees deem appropriate, in particular by improving access for those excluded from educational opportunities by reason of conflict, discrimination or poverty and through the study of and dissemination of knowledge concerning African affairs.
How much income did Africa Educational Trust report in 2025?
Africa Educational Trust reported total income of £1.74m and reported expenditure of £1.39m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Africa Educational Trust?
Africa Educational Trust has a program ratio of 79.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 28% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1359 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Africa Educational Trust registered as a charity?
Africa Educational Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 May 2018 as charity number 1178306. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Africa Educational Trust?
Africa Educational Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Africa Educational Trust operate?
Africa Educational Trust operates across 5 areas, including Eswatini, Kenya, Somalia and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Africa Educational Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Africa Educational Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178306.
Details
33 Creechurch Lane
LONDON
EC3A 5EB
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