Ripple Africa
We aim to help rural Malawians sustainably manage their natural resources through large scale tree planting, forest conservation and fuel efficient cookstove projects.We relieve poverty and improve food security through community led fisheries management in Lake Malawi and improved agricultural practices.We aim to improve education and healthcare standards near our Malawi base at Mwaya.
Activities & Mission
We aim to help rural Malawians sustainably manage their natural resources through large scale tree planting, forest conservation and fuel efficient cookstove projects.We relieve poverty and improve food security through community led fisheries management in Lake Malawi and improved agricultural practices.We aim to improve education and healthcare standards near our Malawi base at Mwaya.
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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 Efficiency
Higher than 13% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 24% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 20% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £2,774,619 | £2,063,252 | £1,839,242 | £1,750,096 | £1,195,401 | 224 / 1 |
| 2024 | £2,568,289 | £2,031,662 | £1,880,942 | £1,038,729 | £789,699 | 224 / 2 |
| 2023 | £1,812,038 | £1,862,790 | £1,733,187 | £408,358 | £408,358 | 168 / 4 |
| 2022 | £1,414,533 | £1,234,551 | £1,107,143 | £459,110 | £459,110 | 138 / 3 |
| 2021 | £891,995 | £823,392 | £743,257 | £279,128 | £279,128 | 140 / 4 |
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Frequently asked questions about Ripple Africa
What does Ripple Africa do?
We aim to help rural Malawians sustainably manage their natural resources through large scale tree planting, forest conservation and fuel efficient cookstove projects.We relieve poverty and improve food security through community led fisheries management in Lake Malawi and improved agricultural practices.We aim to improve education and healthcare standards near our Malawi base at Mwaya.
How much income did Ripple Africa report in 2025?
Ripple Africa reported total income of £2.77m and reported expenditure of £2.06m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Ripple Africa?
Ripple Africa has a program ratio of 66.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 13% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Ripple Africa registered as a charity?
Ripple Africa was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 April 2004 as charity number 1103256. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Ripple Africa?
Ripple Africa is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is TOBY ALEXANDER MILTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ripple Africa operate?
Ripple Africa operates in Malawi, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ripple Africa a registered charity?
Yes — Ripple Africa is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1103256.
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