Found 9,608 UK NGOs working in Africa
Figures refer to charities registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales, based on areas of operation supplied to the Charity Commission by the charities themselves. Charities that say they work in more than 50 countries are not included. Total spending of these organisations includes work they carry out outside of Africa.
- Algeria
- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Eswatini
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- St Helena
- Sudan
- Tanzania
- The Gambia
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Western Sahara
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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| Charity | Reg. date | Latest income | Activities | Region ? |
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Peace and Love Poverty Relief Foundation Charity number 1216401 |
07/01/2026 |
The charity relieves poverty in Nigeria by supporting individuals and families in financial hardship. It provides food, essential items, and other practical support, particularly for children, young people, and older people, delivered through community outreach, partnerships, and grants or in-kind assistance.
Work in Nigeria
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UK registered office: London | |
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Compassion Aid Relief & Development Charity number 1216542 |
21/01/2026 |
We provide poverty relief, education and training, address health issue in our benefit area which includes North Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, Pakistan and Afghanistan. We work with local charitable organisations in those areas.
Work in Somalia, Sudan, Morocco, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Mauritania and Afghanistan
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UK registered office: South East | |
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Charity for Saving Humanity Charity number 1216692 |
03/02/2026 |
Poverty
Work in Bangladesh and Uganda
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UK registered office: South East | |
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European Academy of Surgical Educators (Ease) Charity number 1217015 |
26/02/2026 |
Surgical educationDeveloping online educational resourcesLectures, workshops, skill-learning sessionsCreate educational resources i.e., leaflets, books and digital mediaSupporting disaster management through education and professional skillsSupporting academics through publications, attending research sessions, conferencesRewarding surgical trainees from poor background
Work in South Korea, U.S. Virgin Islands, Hong Kong, Uzbekistan, United States, United Arab Emirates, Türkiye, Tunisia, Tanzania, Switzerland, Sweden, Sri Lanka, Spain, South Africa, Slovenia, Slovakia, Singapore, Seychelles, Saudi Arabia, Romania, Qatar, Poland, Philippines, Pakistan, Oman, Norway, New Zealand, Netherlands, Nepal, Morocco, Mexico, Mauritius, Maldives, Malaysia, Kuwait, Italy, India, Greece, Germany, France, Egypt and Denmark
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UK registered office: North East | |
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Sakhelene Sisonke Charity number 1217217 |
12/03/2026 |
Sakhelene Sisonke is a community-based initiative dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and strengthening families in Zimbabwe, with a focus on Matabeleland. Established in 1998, the organisation has a long history of providing direct, practical support to orphaned and disadvantaged children, helping them access education and basic needs despite challenging circumstances.
Work in Zimbabwe
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UK registered office: London | |
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The Wilberforce Association (Sierra Leone) UK Charity number 1217339 |
24/03/2026 |
The objects of the cio are:1. For the public benefit, the prevention or relief of poverty in the wilberforce community in freetown, in sierra leone by means of:a. Supporting and enhancing the creation of the water facility at wilberforce villageb. Improving the environment by providing public health facilities at wilberforce village.2. For the public benefit, to assist in the provision and maintenance of facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation to improve the conditions of the residents of the wilberforce community in freetown, in sierra leone by:a. Providing consumable goods to the local community at wilberforce village.b. Renovation of the local infrastructures and amenities at wilberforce.c. Organising meetings, talks, exhibitions and other events, to create awareness of the history and current and future status of wilberforce.3. The advancement of education and preservation of sierra leonean culture and heritage, particularly related to the wilberforce community, through:a. Promoting traditional arts, crafts, music, dance and cultural practices of sierra leoneb. Preserving and promoting historical and cultural traditions including the creole languagec. Organising cultural festivals, exhibitions, artistic talks, lectures and educational events
Work in Sierra Leone
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UK registered office: London | |
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Water 4 All Charity number 1217676 |
17/04/2026 |
To relieve poverty and advance health to socially and/or economically disadvantaged communities, by providing access to safe and clean drinking water which reduces the incidence of waterborne diseases through the provision of wells, boreholes and water purification systems
Work in Pakistan and Kenya
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UK registered office: North West | |
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UK Foundation for Muscular Dystrophy Nigeria Charity number 1218842 |
13/07/2026 |
The relief of those in need by reason of disability or ill-health, in particular those individuals affected by muscular dystrophy and their family and carers, by providing practical, emotional and financial support and advocacy to assist individuals in accessing education, employment, and full participation in society in nigeria. The relief of sickness by funding research into the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of muscular dystrophies, as well as building collaborative partnerships with researchers, institutions and organisations to advance medical knowledge, improve access to care and md treatment.
Work in Nigeria
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UK registered office: East Midlands | |
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Avela Youth Foundation Charity number 1219494 |
03/09/2026 |
(1) to advance the education of young people, in particular but not exclusively those aged 13 to 25, by providing mentoring, guidance, careers education, educational support, aspiration-raising activities and access to educational and professional development opportunities.(2) to act as a resource for young people by organising educational programmes, workshops, mentoring schemes and other activities designed to develop their skills, capacities and capabilities so that they may participate in society as independent, confident and responsible individuals.
Work in Ghana and Liberia
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UK registered office: London | |
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Nurture in the Wild Charity number 1219546 |
07/09/2026 |
To support environmental conservation, biodiversity enhancement and environmental education in the UK and Kenya. In the UK this is with the design and creation of forest schools. In Kenya we are supporting various tree nurseries and the associated outreach programmes in schools and communities as well as a restoration project of the Kakamega rainforest.
Work in Kenya
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UK registered office: South East | |
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Life Bridging Works Charity number 1220022 |
12/10/2026 |
The objects of the cio are-the advancement of the christian religion in accordance within the statement of faith set out in the schedule hereto for the benefit of the public mainly, but not exclusively, through the provision of theological training of church leaders, resourcing local evangelism projects and supporting persecuted christians.-the advancement of education for the benefit of the public mainly, but not exclusively, through financial support for underprivileged families and improving local education facilities.-the relief of sickness and the preservation of health for the benefit of the public mainly, but not exclusively, through partnerships with local ngo?s to provide advice and funding to improve or develop medical facilities, provide food and water during periods of drought and famine.-the relief of poverty for those trapped in the poverty cycle through the funding of small business start-ups and equipping local groups to help their communities have a hand up out of poverty.in east africa, and other parts of the world as the trustees shall determine.
Work in Uganda, Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Djibouti and Somalia
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UK registered office: South East | |
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Mercy App Charity number 1220172 |
20/10/2026 |
For the public benefit, the relief of poverty in gambia, senegal, the ivory coast, pakistan, morocco, tunisia, syria, mauritania, turkey and any other countries in need as the trustees see fit, primarily by providing grants for humanitarian aid, food, items to support education and other essential items to those who are economically disadvantaged.
Work in Pakistan, Türkiye, Mauritania, Syria, Tunisia, Morocco, Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal and The Gambia
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UK registered office: Yorkshire and The Humber | |
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Living Waters Ghana Charity number 1220224 |
22/10/2026 |
The objects of the cio are• the prevention or relief of poverty and the relief of need among orphaned and vulnerable children in the town of konongo, ghana and the surrounding area• the advancement of health and protection of those children;• the advancement of their education; and • the advancement of public education in child welfare, safeguarding and the protection of children.
Work in Ghana
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UK registered office: East Midlands | |
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Divine Mercy Missions Charity number 1210234 |
26/09/2024 |
The prevention or relief of poverty throughout england by providing items and services to individuals in need and signposting to relevant services.
Work in Nigeria
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UK registered office: East of England | |
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Dementia & Music International Charity number 1218045 |
13/05/2026 |
Dementia & Music International was founded in 2026 to improve dementia care through the use of music. Music has been shown to have a beneficial effect at all stages of dementia and in all types of care settings. However, we know that access to music is very unequal globally. Dementia & Music International exists to overcome this inequity.
Work in Portugal, Singapore, United States, China, Costa Rica, Croatia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Denmark, Bolivia, Nigeria, Canada, Colombia, Brazil, Chile, Norway, Japan, Philippines, Austria, Hungary, Australia, Mexico, Malaysia, Argentina, Jamaica, Italy and India
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UK registered office: East Midlands | |
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Justice Congo Group Charity number 1218319 |
03/06/2026 |
(a) to relieve poverty, and to relieve ill-health and suffering among survivors of conflict-related sexual and gender-based violence and other persons in need who are congolese nationals or whose displacement, persecution or experience of violence is directly connected to the conflict in the democratic republic of congo, and who are in the united kingdom, the democratic republic of congo, or burundi, by:(i) facilitating access to trauma-informed psychosocial support, including community-based peer support, and referral pathways to appropriate specialist services (including clinical services where required);(ii) facilitating access to medical care and health services through signposting, translation/interpretation support and referrals, and removing practical barriers to access;(iii) providing time-limited emergency practical support and emergency financial assistance to meet immediate needs; and(iv) providing welfare-related information, advice and referrals connected to immediate needs (for example housing, subsistence, health and support services), and making onward referrals where specialist input is required.(b) to advance the education of congolese refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons and other congolese persons affected by conflict or displacement connected to the democratic republic of congo, in the united kingdom, the democratic republic of congo, or burundi, by:(i) providing or facilitating structured education and training in digital literacy and essential life and workplace skills;(ii) providing or supporting supplementary educational programmes for children and young people whose education has been disrupted by conflict or displacement; and(iii) supporting teacher development and access to learning materials and educational resources in conflict-affected communities.(c) to promote human rights (as set out in the universal declaration of human rights and other relevant international human rights instruments) for congolese persons affected by conflict in the united kingdom, the democratic republic of congo, or burundi, by:(i) assisting in documenting and recording human rights violations and abuses affecting civilians in conflict-affected areas;(ii) providing general legal information and rights awareness (including information on the asylum process and access to protection), and facilitating access to regulated legal advice and representation;(iii) raising awareness and understanding of human rights through educational activities and community-based information sessions in the uk and overseas;(iv) commissioning or conducting research and publishing reports on human rights issues, ensuring the useful results of such research are disseminated;(v) presenting evidence-based representations to relevant authorities and bodies; and(vi) supporting reconciliation and peaceful dispute resolution activities in conflict-affected communities, delivered through vetted partners.in furtherance of that object but not otherwise, the trustees shall have powerto engage in political activity provided that the trustees are satisfied that the proposed activities will further the purposes of the charity to an extent justified by the resources committed and the activity is not the dominant means by which the charity carries out its objects.for the purposes of this clause, other relevant international human rights instruments refers to: the international covenant on civil and political rights (iccpr)the convention against torture (cat)the convention on the rights of the child (crc) and its optional protocol on the involvement of children in armed conflict (opac) the un declaration on human rights defenders (1998)the african charter on human and peoples' rights, as the applicable regional instrument for drc and burundi.
Work in Burundi and Democratic Republic of the Congo
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UK registered office: London | |
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Impumelelo Foundation Charity number 1218980 |
23/07/2026 |
The objects of the cio are to advance such general charitable purposes (according to the laws of england and wales) as the charity trustees see fit from time to time, through the provision of grants to organisations and charities operating in south africa.
Work in South Africa
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UK registered office: South East | |
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Active in Development Aid (Ada) Charity number 1155709 |
10/02/2014 |
To promote sustainable development in the horn of africa region for the benefit of the public by:(a) the relief of poverty and the improvement of the conditions of life in socially and economically disadvantaged communities ; (b) the promotion of sustainable means of achieving economic growth and regeneration.to advance the education of the public in subjects relating to sustainable development and the protection, enhancement and rehabilitation of the environment and to promote study and research in such subjects provided that the useful results of such study are disseminated to the public at large.sustainable development means “development which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”•the relief and assistance of people in any part of the horn of africa regions who are the victims of war or natural disaster, trouble, or catastrophe in particular by the supply of shelter, food and medical aid to such persons. •the promotion of social inclusion for the public benefit among people who are refugees and asylum seekers, in particular from east africa, who are socially excluded on the grounds of their social and economic position, by providing in particularly but not exclusively by providing:1. Education and training, including vocational skills and required skills to find employment;2. Social and recreational facilities and events involving the local community.3. Interpreting/translating/advocacy/ health/housing advice and education.
Work in Kenya, Sudan and Somalia
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UK registered office: East Midlands | |
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Amaya Charity number 1175763 |
16/11/2017 |
The purpose of the charity is to relief the poverty of people in west africa, who are the victims of poverty by supplying clothing and footwear to children orphanages, refugee camps, women's shelters and community support organisations.
Work in Ghana
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UK registered office: East of England | |
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The Inkanyiso Foundation Charity number 1191216 |
09/09/2020 |
1. lead strategies and operations of the foundation.2. Fundraising to expand services for vulnerable young people in 20 years.3. Manage background social policies. Promotes and sustain program growth, transparency and measurable impact. 4. Deliver life-changing support to young people in need.
Work in South Africa
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UK registered office: London | |
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Beautie for Ashes Charity number 1192990 |
06/01/2021 |
The prevention or relief of poverty in the uk, ghana and anywhere in the world by providing grants, items and services to individuals in need and/or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.to relieve the mental and physical sickness of widows resident in ghana suffering from bereavement or loss by the provision of pastoral care, counselling and support for such persons.
Work in Ghana and Malawi
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UK registered office: South East | |
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British Nigerian Oncology Group Charity number 1193304 |
28/01/2021 |
“to preserve and protect, for the public benefit, the health of patients across nigeria, by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities, medicines, support services (particularly education) and equipment for the care of cancer patients through a uk and nigerian collaboration and partnership”.
Work in Nigeria
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UK registered office: East Midlands | |
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Hope and Oluchi Charity Foundation Charity number 1210143 |
20/09/2024 |
The prevention of poverty and relief of those in need by way of financial difficulty in england, wales and nigeria, through the provision of food parcels,grants for basic needs, for the benefit of the general public.
Work in Nigeria
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UK registered office: Yorkshire and The Humber | |
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The Connect Hub Charity number 1211333 |
10/12/2024 |
The objects of the cio are:1) the prevention or relief of poverty in the district of blackburn with darwen and the surrounding area by providing: grants, items and services to individuals in need and/or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.2) the advancement of education and training of those granted refugee status and their dependants in need, in the district of blackburn with darwen, thereof so as to assist them to adapt within a new community.3) the prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship anywhere in the world by providing or assisting in the provision of education, training, healthcare projects and all the necessary support designed to enable individuals to generate a sustainable income and be self sufficient.4) the relief of financial need and suffering among victims of natural or other kinds of disaster in the form of money (or other means deemed suitable) for persons, bodies, organisations and/or countries affected.
Work in Sierra Leone, Kenya and Jordan
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UK registered office: North West | |
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Kokni Muslim Association Birmingham Charity number 1211747 |
17/01/2025 |
Mosque & Prayer Facilities , Supplementary School , Marriage Services, Funeral Services , Community Outreach & Support, Education & Skills Development, Health & Well-being Initiatives, Youth Engagement Programs, Cultural & Social Events, Environmental Sustainability Projects, International Humanitarian & Emergency Relief, Medical Support & Healthcare Access, Poverty Alleviation Initiatives.
Work in Pakistan, Syria, India, Morocco, Türkiye and Occupied Palestinian Territories
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UK registered office: West Midlands | |
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Al-Ansar - The Helpers of the Ummah Charity number 1213708 |
19/06/2025 |
To provide relief and assistance to individuals in need, particularly those affected bypoverty, natural disasters, and conflict, for the public benefit.To promote education and awareness of social issues impacting the community,specifically through programs aimed at empowerment and skill development.To advance health and well-being by providing access to medical services, healtheducation
Work in Egypt, Pakistan and Uganda
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UK registered office: Yorkshire and The Humber | |
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Universitas 21 Charity number 1214318 |
29/07/2025 |
The charity’s objects (“objects”) are specifically restricted to the following:to advance the education of the public by:• increasing the quality and impact of teaching and research;• assisting in the dissemination of research to the public; and• increasing accessibility, diversity and inclusionin higher education institutions globally.as a means to achieve this purpose, the organisation will provide networking and training events and initiatives that enable research-intensive universities to combine resources, share best practice and inform and assist in the development of staff, researchers, and students.
Work in Netherlands, Ireland, South Africa, Indonesia, India, Japan, Hong Kong, China, Chile, Mexico, New Zealand, Canada, Belgium, Australia, Singapore, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland and United States
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UK registered office: West Midlands | |
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Al Aziz Ummah Trust Charity number 1214435 |
06/08/2025 |
A Muslim humanitarian charity dedicated to serving humanity with compassion, dignity, and justice. Guided by Islamic values of mercy and generosity, it provides urgent relief in crises, supports sustainable development, and empowers vulnerable communities worldwide. From food aid and clean water to healthcare, education, and livelihood programs, it works to restore hope and build brighter futures.
Work in Pakistan, The Gambia, Uganda, Ghana and India
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UK registered office: Yorkshire and The Humber | |
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Tanzania Development Trust Charity number 1215126 |
25/09/2025 |
Tanzania Development Trust supports small, community-led projects in some of the poorest and most remote parts of rural Tanzania. It focuses on clean water, girls education, sustainable agriculture and small income generating activities. The aim is to reduce poverty and promote community development. It is run entirely by volunteers, with no paid staff, premises or admin costs.
Work in Tanzania
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UK registered office: East Midlands | |
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Rivers of Life Ministries Charity number 1215282 |
09/10/2025 |
The object of rivers of life ministries is to advance christian religion worldwide in particular but not exclusively by providing a place of worship, providing education and training to clergy, church planting and providing pastoral and outreach work
Work in Burundi
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UK registered office: East of England |
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