Books To Africa International
Also known as: Books to Africa or Bta, Books2Africa
TO ADVANCE EDUCATION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY IN AFRICA BY THE PROVISION OF BOOKS, EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS AND SCHOLARSHIPS OR AS THE TRUSTEES SHALL DETERMINE
Activities & Mission
TO ADVANCE EDUCATION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY IN AFRICA BY THE PROVISION OF BOOKS, EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS AND SCHOLARSHIPS OR AS THE TRUSTEES SHALL DETERMINE
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £336,563 | £314,532 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £298,245 | £313,535 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £322,614 | £386,838 | 0 / 99 | |||
| 2021 | £421,974 | £445,511 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2020 | £266,959 | £281,441 | 0 / 80 |
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Frequently asked questions about Books To Africa International
What does Books To Africa International do?
TO ADVANCE EDUCATION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY IN AFRICA BY THE PROVISION OF BOOKS, EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS AND SCHOLARSHIPS OR AS THE TRUSTEES SHALL DETERMINE
How much income did Books To Africa International report in 2024?
Books To Africa International reported total income of £337k and reported expenditure of £315k for the financial year ending 2024, 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 9 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
Barton Business Park
New Dover Road
CANTERBURY
CT1 3AA
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- Books to Africa or Bta
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- 14 May 2026
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