Shareafrica
To assist fellow Christians and others living in impoverished communities in Sub Saharan Africa by providing facilities, funds and services through SHARE's in-country organisations. The primary aim is to support initiatives that will reduce poverty through sustained economic growth.
Activities & Mission
To assist fellow Christians and others living in impoverished communities in Sub Saharan Africa by providing facilities, funds and services through SHARE's in-country organisations. The primary aim is to support initiatives that will reduce poverty through sustained economic growth.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 28% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% of UK Economic and community development 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 | £598,753 | £455,485 | £455,485 | £464,577 | £386,510 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £417,446 | £336,559 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £349,228 | £302,534 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £450,693 | £526,990 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £464,516 | £385,369 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Shareafrica
What does Shareafrica do?
To assist fellow Christians and others living in impoverished communities in Sub Saharan Africa by providing facilities, funds and services through SHARE's in-country organisations. The primary aim is to support initiatives that will reduce poverty through sustained economic growth.
How much income did Shareafrica report in 2025?
Shareafrica reported total income of £599k and reported expenditure of £455k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Shareafrica?
Shareafrica has a program ratio of 76.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 28% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Shareafrica registered as a charity?
Shareafrica was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 October 2002 as charity number 1094198. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs Shareafrica?
Shareafrica is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is JAMES WINSTON MCPHAIL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Shareafrica operate?
Shareafrica operates across 2 areas: Malawi and Zambia.
Is Shareafrica a registered charity?
Yes — Shareafrica is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1094198.
Details
All Saints Road
Creeting St. Mary
IPSWICH
IP6 8NQ
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- 14 May 2026
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