British Institute In Eastern Africa
The BIEA is active in research into the history, archaeology and social sciences of Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya and surrounding countries. It encourages research by individual scholars, works with the universities, museums and antiquities services of the eastern African countries and liaises with international scholarship. It maintains a centre for research and a library at its base in Nairobi.
Activities & Mission
The BIEA is active in research into the history, archaeology and social sciences of Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya and surrounding countries. It encourages research by individual scholars, works with the universities, museums and antiquities services of the eastern African countries and liaises with international scholarship. It maintains a centre for research and a library at its base in Nairobi.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 60% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 36% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £884,396 | £846,606 | £774,478 | £860,277 | £773,943 | 20 / 0 |
| 2024 | £863,246 | £764,180 | £720,746 | £821,119 | £743,476 | 24 / 0 |
| 2023 | £858,649 | £852,960 | £829,002 | £691,956 | £663,602 | 21 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,204,281 | £1,317,392 | £1,301,614 | £713,601 | £700,878 | 17 / 0 |
| 2021 | £794,854 | £689,303 | £665,715 | £817,311 | £808,292 | 19 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about British Institute In Eastern Africa
What does British Institute In Eastern Africa do?
The BIEA is active in research into the history, archaeology and social sciences of Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya and surrounding countries. It encourages research by individual scholars, works with the universities, museums and antiquities services of the eastern African countries and liaises with international scholarship. It maintains a centre for research and a library at its base in Nairobi.
How much income did British Institute In Eastern Africa report in 2025?
British Institute In Eastern Africa reported total income of £884k and reported expenditure of £847k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is British Institute In Eastern Africa?
British Institute In Eastern Africa has a program ratio of 87.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 60% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was British Institute In Eastern Africa registered as a charity?
British Institute In Eastern Africa was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 March 1997 as charity number 1061622. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs British Institute In Eastern Africa?
British Institute In Eastern Africa is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Justin Willis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does British Institute In Eastern Africa operate?
British Institute In Eastern Africa operates across 2 areas: Kenya and City Of Westminster.
Is British Institute In Eastern Africa a registered charity?
Yes — British Institute In Eastern Africa is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1061622.
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10 CARLTON HOUSE TERRACE
LONDON
SW1Y 5AH
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