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Books To Africa International

Also known as: Books to Africa or Bta, Books2Africa

To improve access to education and promote environmental sustainability through the redistribution of books and computers that reduce waste and empower people to achieve their full potential.

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Activities & Mission

To improve access to education and promote environmental sustainability through the redistribution of books and computers that reduce waste and empower people to achieve their full potential.

Grants

Books To Africa International makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2025)
£423,188
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, the prevention or relief of poverty, arts, culture, heritage, or science, amateur sport, economic or community development and employment and recreation

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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.

Show all 42 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£413,577
Latest Expenditure
£423,188

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 102.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£413,577
£423,1880 / 70
2024
£336,563
£314,5320 / 20
2023
£298,245
£313,5350 / 20
2022
£322,614
£386,8380 / 99
2021
£421,974
£445,5110 / 70

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Frequently asked questions about Books To Africa International

What does Books To Africa International do?

To improve access to education and promote environmental sustainability through the redistribution of books and computers that reduce waste and empower people to achieve their full potential.

How much income did Books To Africa International report in 2025?

Books To Africa International reported total income of £414k and reported expenditure of £423k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Books To Africa International registered as a charity?

Books To Africa International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 June 2013 as charity number 1152599. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs Books To Africa International?

Books To Africa International is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr TONSON SANGO. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Books To Africa International operate?

Books To Africa International operates across 42 areas, including Algeria, Angola, Benin and 39 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Books To Africa International a registered charity?

Yes — Books To Africa International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152599.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
26 June 2013
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5038026
Charity Number
1152599

Trustees

Dr TONSON SANGO Chair
Alexandra Kieffer
Arshita Nandan
CHUMANG SANGO
Dr PRECIOUS SANGO
GIDEON SANGO
Langa Mpofu
Prince Ikeru

Also Known As

  • Books to Africa or Bta
  • Books2Africa

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