The Shamba Trust
Also known as: Shamba UK
SHAMBA provides free high quality preschool education and a daily meal to the most needy children in poor AIDS affected families in rural communities, enabling them to perform well at primary school and beyond. SHAMBA works directly with communities in support of the Government's Neighbourhood Care Point (NCP) initiative for promoting early childhood development for the poorest families.
Activities & Mission
SHAMBA provides free high quality preschool education and a daily meal to the most needy children in poor AIDS affected families in rural communities, enabling them to perform well at primary school and beyond. SHAMBA works directly with communities in support of the Government's Neighbourhood Care Point (NCP) initiative for promoting early childhood development for the poorest families.
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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 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 | £35,013 | £40,046 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £20,148 | £40,089 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £26,203 | £20,161 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £39,170 | £45,126 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £35,291 | £10,276 | 0 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Shamba Trust
What does The Shamba Trust do?
SHAMBA provides free high quality preschool education and a daily meal to the most needy children in poor AIDS affected families in rural communities, enabling them to perform well at primary school and beyond. SHAMBA works directly with communities in support of the Government's Neighbourhood Care Point (NCP) initiative for promoting early childhood development for the poorest families.
How much income did The Shamba Trust report in 2025?
The Shamba Trust reported total income of £35k and reported expenditure of £40k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Shamba Trust registered as a charity?
The Shamba Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 November 2012 as charity number 1149849. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Shamba Trust?
The Shamba Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jim Sweet. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Shamba Trust operate?
The Shamba Trust operates in Eswatini, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Shamba Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Shamba Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149849.
Details
EASTBOURNE
East Sussex
BN20 7QF
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Also Known As
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- 14 May 2026
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