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International African Institute

Also known as: Iai

To advance public education worldwide into the study of Africa and its languages and cultures.Publication of the Journal "Africa"and various books relevant to the Institute's objects.

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Activities & Mission

To advance public education worldwide into the study of Africa and its languages and cultures.Publication of the Journal "Africa"and various books relevant to the Institute's objects.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£181,703
Latest Expenditure
£176,876

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 97.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 97.3%
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
£181,703
£176,8760 / 0
2024
£191,528
£169,7100 / 0
2023
£162,407
£153,7660 / 0
2022
£150,699
£142,1230 / 0
2021
£145,552
£141,5560 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about International African Institute

What does International African Institute do?

To advance public education worldwide into the study of Africa and its languages and cultures.Publication of the Journal "Africa"and various books relevant to the Institute's objects.

How much income did International African Institute report in 2025?

International African Institute reported total income of £182k and reported expenditure of £177k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was International African Institute registered as a charity?

International African Institute was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 2001 as charity number 1084798. It has been registered for 25 years.

Who runs International African Institute?

International African Institute is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does International African Institute operate?

International African Institute operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is International African Institute a registered charity?

Yes — International African Institute is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1084798.

Details

Address
SOAS
THORNHAUGH STREET
RUSSELL SQUARE
LONDON
WC1H 0XG
Registration Date
30 January 2001
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3978725
Charity Number
1084798

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Trustees

Dr Carli Coetzee
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Deborah Anne James
Ken Barlow
PROFESSOR DENIS MURRAY LAST
Professor Karin Judith Barber
PROFESSOR KATHERINE MARY HOMEWOOD
Also governs 1 other charity
PROFESSOR PHILIP CHESTER BURNHAM
PROFESSOR RICHARD OSBORNE FARDON BSC PHD

Also Known As

  • Iai

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