The Africa Trust
Africa Trust works to bring sustainable solutions to poverty in Africa. They establish sustainable supplies of clean water and decent sanitation. Income generating projects are used to pay school fees, improve clinics and generate funds needed to run orphanages. With business skills training, villagers start businesses and funds are circulated to catalyse new projects.
Activities & Mission
Africa Trust works to bring sustainable solutions to poverty in Africa. They establish sustainable supplies of clean water and decent sanitation. Income generating projects are used to pay school fees, improve clinics and generate funds needed to run orphanages. With business skills training, villagers start businesses and funds are circulated to catalyse new projects.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 44% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 68% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 39% 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
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,579,432 | £1,447,332 | £1,445,741 | £203,414 | £100,000 | 1 / 1 |
| 2023 | £1,418,835 | £1,407,118 | £1,356,281 | £71,314 | £71,314 | 1 / 1 |
| 2022 | £1,735,492 | £1,869,212 | £1,869,212 | £59,597 | £50,000 | 1 / 1 |
| 2021 | £1,641,159 | £1,660,077 | £1,659,927 | £193,317 | £193,317 | 1 / 1 |
| 2020 | £1,185,979 | £1,210,500 | £1,155,309 | £212,235 | £212,235 | 1 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Africa Trust
What does The Africa Trust do?
Africa Trust works to bring sustainable solutions to poverty in Africa. They establish sustainable supplies of clean water and decent sanitation. Income generating projects are used to pay school fees, improve clinics and generate funds needed to run orphanages. With business skills training, villagers start businesses and funds are circulated to catalyse new projects.
How much income did The Africa Trust report in 2024?
The Africa Trust reported total income of £1.58m and reported expenditure of £1.45m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Africa Trust?
The Africa Trust has a program ratio of 91.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 44% 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 The Africa Trust registered as a charity?
The Africa Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 June 2012 as charity number 1147666. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Africa Trust?
The Africa Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Africa Trust operate?
The Africa Trust operates across 8 areas, including Kenya, Liberia, Malawi and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Africa Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Africa Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147666.
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Willie Snaith Road
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CB8 7SG
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