African Oyster Trust
Also known as: Oyster Trust
The Charity provides funds for the running of four nursery schools and three clinics in the Gambia, and the wherewithal to develop and improve those projects and potentially to add new ones.
Activities & Mission
The Charity provides funds for the running of four nursery schools and three clinics in the Gambia, and the wherewithal to develop and improve those projects and potentially to add new ones.
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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
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.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — The Kambeng Trust (organisation 4024623)
- Asset transfer in in 2019 — 1 to 3 (organisation 3971342)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £46,473 | £44,205 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £48,819 | £39,391 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £32,788 | £68,007 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £68,137 | £76,719 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £30,449 | £39,124 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about African Oyster Trust
What does African Oyster Trust do?
The Charity provides funds for the running of four nursery schools and three clinics in the Gambia, and the wherewithal to develop and improve those projects and potentially to add new ones.
How much income did African Oyster Trust report in 2024?
African Oyster Trust reported total income of £46k and reported expenditure of £44k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was African Oyster Trust registered as a charity?
African Oyster Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 March 2007 as charity number 1118298. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs African Oyster Trust?
African Oyster Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does African Oyster Trust operate?
African Oyster Trust operates in The Gambia, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is African Oyster Trust a registered charity?
Yes — African Oyster Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1118298.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Oyster Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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