Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel
Also known as: Ssap
Our mission is to inspire and inform policy and practice which lead to the reduction of poverty and the achievement of sustainable livelihoods in Africa, with a particular focus on sub-Saharan Africa. We do this through practical policy advice, policy-focused dissemination, debate and applied research. We also work with partners in the public and private sectors across Wales and UK generally.
Activities & Mission
Our mission is to inspire and inform policy and practice which lead to the reduction of poverty and the achievement of sustainable livelihoods in Africa, with a particular focus on sub-Saharan Africa. We do this through practical policy advice, policy-focused dissemination, debate and applied research. We also work with partners in the public and private sectors across Wales and UK generally.
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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 67% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 89% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £823,655 | £813,548 | £813,548 | £67,601 | £3,384 | 19 / 4 |
| 2024 | £252,219 | £295,032 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £226,340 | £228,132 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £152,395 | £150,142 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £212,977 | £161,881 | 0 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel
What does Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel do?
Our mission is to inspire and inform policy and practice which lead to the reduction of poverty and the achievement of sustainable livelihoods in Africa, with a particular focus on sub-Saharan Africa. We do this through practical policy advice, policy-focused dissemination, debate and applied research. We also work with partners in the public and private sectors across Wales and UK generally.
How much income did Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel report in 2025?
Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel reported total income of £824k and reported expenditure of £814k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel?
Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel has a program ratio of 98.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 67% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel registered as a charity?
Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 January 2015 as charity number 1159990. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel?
Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Donald Timothy Mlewa Dr. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel operate?
Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel operates across 57 areas, including Algeria, Angola, Benin and 54 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel a registered charity?
Yes — Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159990.
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- 14 May 2026
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