Know Africa CIO
Established in 2018, Know Africa CIO is a registered charity dedicated to supporting, empowering, and celebrating the wide cultural diaspora of African people living in Manchester and beyond.Know Africa is committed to its role as a resource for African people, their traditions, and their unique identities to be visible and have a voi
Activities & Mission
Established in 2018, Know Africa CIO is a registered charity dedicated to supporting, empowering, and celebrating the wide cultural diaspora of African people living in Manchester and beyond.Know Africa is committed to its role as a resource for African people, their traditions, and their unique identities to be visible and have a voi
Grants
Know Africa CIO is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £49,427
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and people of a particular ethnic or racial origin
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty and other charitable purposes
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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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 | £46,991 | £49,427 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £68,587 | £70,574 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £52,354 | £53,121 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £33,996 | £22,419 | 0 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about Know Africa CIO
What does Know Africa CIO do?
Established in 2018, Know Africa CIO is a registered charity dedicated to supporting, empowering, and celebrating the wide cultural diaspora of African people living in Manchester and beyond.Know Africa is committed to its role as a resource for African people, their traditions, and their unique identities to be visible and have a voi
How much income did Know Africa CIO report in 2025?
Know Africa CIO reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £49k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Know Africa CIO registered as a charity?
Know Africa CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 December 2020 as charity number 1192781. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Know Africa CIO?
Know Africa CIO is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Tabitha Ngabwa. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Know Africa CIO operate?
Know Africa CIO operates in Manchester City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Know Africa CIO a registered charity?
Yes — Know Africa CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1192781.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated