Africaid
Africaid was set up in response to the challenge of HIV & AIDS in Africa. In 2005 Africaid launched Whizzkids United which provides health, education and empowerment services for disadvantaged youth. Activities include:Life Skills training through football, Peer Education & Health Academies which provide sexual and reproductive health services including HIV testing & ARV treatment.
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Africaid was set up in response to the challenge of HIV & AIDS in Africa. In 2005 Africaid launched Whizzkids United which provides health, education and empowerment services for disadvantaged youth. Activities include:Life Skills training through football, Peer Education & Health Academies which provide sexual and reproductive health services including HIV testing & ARV treatment.
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As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £49,995 | £42,461 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £17,740 | £37,664 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £43,055 | £53,115 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £52,256 | £45,510 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £58,069 | £52,681 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Africaid
What does Africaid do?
Africaid was set up in response to the challenge of HIV & AIDS in Africa. In 2005 Africaid launched Whizzkids United which provides health, education and empowerment services for disadvantaged youth. Activities include:Life Skills training through football, Peer Education & Health Academies which provide sexual and reproductive health services including HIV testing & ARV treatment.
How much income did Africaid report in 2024?
Africaid reported total income of £50k and reported expenditure of £42k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Africaid registered as a charity?
Africaid was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 March 1995 as charity number 1045461. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs Africaid?
Africaid is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Africaid operate?
Africaid operates across 3 areas: Ghana, South Africa and Uganda.
Is Africaid a registered charity?
Yes — Africaid is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1045461.
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