KNOW AFRICA CIO
Established in 2018, Know Africa CIO is a registered charity dedicated to supporting, empowering, and celebrating the wide cultural diaspora of African people living in Manchester and beyond.Know Africa is committed to its role as a resource for African people, their traditions, and their unique identities to be visible and have a voi
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's unrestricted reserves decreased from £8,309 to £5,873 during the year, while total receipts of £46,991 were insufficient to cover total payments of £68,588. The trustees report that the charity does not routinely maintain large reserves and relies on monthly income to cover running expenses and community support.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity does not routinely maintain large reserves and utilises its income to further its main aims and objectives.” — page 3
Trustees
- Tabitha Ngabwachair
- Elizabeth Shaba -appoh shade
- Jefwa Rose
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 01/04/2025 | £47k | £49k |
| 01/04/2024 | £69k | £71k |
| 01/04/2023 | £52k | £53k |
| 01/04/2022 | £34k | £22k |
Common questions
Is KNOW AFRICA CIO financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's unrestricted reserves decreased from £8,309 to £5,873 during the year, while total receipts of £46,991 were insufficient to cover total payments of £68,588. The trustees report that the charity does not routinely maintain large reserves and relies on monthly income to cover running expenses and community support. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 31/08/2023 | £4k | Beginner's Knitting Workshop |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 30/03/2023 | £6k | Kings Coronation Celebration |