Book Aid For Africa (bafa)
Collection of educational and other materials for distribution to areas of need in Africa. Raising funds for shipment of books. Working with volunteers to sort and pack books for shipment.
Activities & Mission
Collection of educational and other materials for distribution to areas of need in Africa. Raising funds for shipment of books. Working with volunteers to sort and pack books for shipment.
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £21,799 | £17,389 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2024 | £16,565 | £15,970 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2023 | £14,767 | £20,693 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £12,938 | £9,119 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Book Aid For Africa (bafa)
What does Book Aid For Africa (bafa) do?
Collection of educational and other materials for distribution to areas of need in Africa. Raising funds for shipment of books. Working with volunteers to sort and pack books for shipment.
How much income did Book Aid For Africa (bafa) report in 2025?
Book Aid For Africa (bafa) reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Book Aid For Africa (bafa) registered as a charity?
Book Aid For Africa (bafa) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 March 2007 as charity number 1118163. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Book Aid For Africa (bafa)?
Book Aid For Africa (bafa) is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr ELEWECHI NGOZI MODUPE OKIKE PhD MPhil. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Book Aid For Africa (bafa) operate?
Book Aid For Africa (bafa) operates across 8 areas, including Ghana, Kenya, Mozambique and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Book Aid For Africa (bafa) a registered charity?
Yes — Book Aid For Africa (bafa) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1118163.
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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE5 2QJ
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