THE LANGALANGA TRUST (LLT)_ TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT Year ended 31 December 2021 Registered Charity Number 1076360 General 2021 was another challenging but rewarding year. It was a year in which Kenya successfully managed the consequences of the Coronavirus pandemic and education returned to near normal by the end of the year, although there was in places significant disruption and delays to courses and exams. The Langalanga Trust {LLT) managed to maintain support to our scholars successfully, both secondary and those in further edu- cation, and continue with our Lunchbox programme despite working remotely for much of the time and without the ability to travel as a matter of routine to Kenya. The successful administration of the Trust's activities in Kenya have been under- pinned by remote working practices, which have become routine and instinctive, but have again depended on key alumni from the scholarship scheme acting as the Trust's agents to provide mentoring and support to our secondary scholars particularly and in running our Lunchbox programme. Throughout, the role of the Langalang8 Scholars Professionals Association (LLSPA) and its officials has been an essential component of our ability to connect with scholars, provide assurance on their activities where needed, prepare scholars for each term and semester. procure uniform, medical assistance,18P- tops and other support needed to enable scholars to focus on their education and well- being. Our donor base has continued to hold up in meeting the Trust's commitments, particularly in supporting scholar education, although the numbers are reducing as those in further education complete their education and the Trust manages more closely a lesser number of secondary scholarships and bursaries. The Covid pandemic, however, increased inflationary pressures in some areas and living allowances, travel and fee costs have conlinued to rise. These costs have been managed through continued sup- port from donors, partly by reducing administration and visit costs, and by matching scholarship awards and charity commitments to our ability to pay. Objectlves The main areas of support. therefore, continue to be in the following areas= a. The provision of education to dlsadvantaged children and young adults from the Gilgil and Langalanga area of the Rift Valley through our scholarship scheme. b. Principal sponsor for the Woodard Langalanga Secondary School (WLSS). Our'lunchbox, programme providing much needed food for hNo Primary Schools, whose catchment contains some of the most deprived communities in our area of engagement. l The LLSPA is a Kenyan Gharity set up by Langalanga Scholars to support ils alumni and communities from the Langalanga and Gilgil fegions.
d. An expansion of the role of the LLSPA. including some oversight of the provi- sion of support on behalf of the Trust to ensure that services have been main- tained and to administer funds to those who have been in need. Governance Trustees continue to provide their time, expertise and advice freely. Their unstint- ing commitment, length of support and breadth of experience provide strong and effec- tive leadership. A deep understanding of the Kenya environment and recognition of the challenges mean that strong governance arrangements continue to be in place, funds are spent wisely and are sufficient at all times to meet the Trust's commitment to endur- ing, through life support to a scholar whilst in education. Two Trustees meetings were held over the year. bul Trustees engage regularly as part of its processes and administration of scholars in Kenya to ensure effective over- sight and governance of payment of fees and allowances and other disbursements in support of its objectives. This has included the ability to provide routine guidance and di- rection to those in Kenya. A consequence of the Coranavirus pandemic again prevented 8 visit to Kenya by the chairman and emphasised the increasing dependency by the Trust on the Langalanga Scholars Association (LLSA) and LLSPA, an(Fthe manager of the Lunchbox Programme, to conduct its business in Kenya. In many ways the pan- demic has accelerated the opportunities to transfer operational activities to these organi- sations and individuals in Kenya who are trusted alumni of the scholarship scheme. This approach is one that Trustees are likely to expand over the coming years, but supported by more detailed direclion on delegations and scope of transferred activities and respon- sibilities. Priorities. Our priorities in 2021 continue to be to: a. Support the well-being, confidence and health of our scholars and alumni. b. Continue to supporl scholars to the conclusion of their education, including some minor measures to help with their next steps into employment. c. Nurture our sponsors and donors, who have been remarkably loyal and supportive during the crisis that the pandemic generated. d. Mainlenance of the 'LunGhbox' programme subject to sponsor donations. Support LLSA and LLSPA officials as the principal agents in communi- cating to and providing welfare and moral support to scholars and alumni in a year when the pandemic placed a particular premium on these requirements. f. Provide modest financial support to the Woodard Langalanga Secondary School (WLSS) to help make the school environment safer for learning and to provide resources to improve teaching through a remedial programme of work. The Association focuses on support to and advlc8 to Trustees related lo scholars in further education. The chairman and officials are nomially in their last or penultimate years of education.
g. Utilising the growing alumni community to drive and shape the direction of the Fund more closely,. particularly empowering women members to act as in- fluential role models within their communities. The Langalanga Scholarship Fund Background. 293 scholarships were awarded from 1999 to 2020 and 10 new awards (6 secondary scholarships and 4 bursaries) were awarded in 2021. During 2021 there were 42 scholars studying a first degree at university or at a further education col- lege of which 8 graduated during the year, and a further 8 graduated in early 2022. A further 6 returning scholars studied for a second degree or vocational course as mature studenls to improve their competitiveness in the workplace. The details are covered in Annex A. Impact of the Coronavirus on Education. As mentioned in last yearfs report Kenya imposed Covid-19 safety controls quickly and in broad terms secondary educa- tion remained closed until January 2021 and further education until November 2020. Ed- ucation therefore was opened to face to face lessons throughout most of 2021. The Kenyan government had moved early to define a new annual timetable which meanl that the 2020 secondary school cohort did not complete their curriculum until July 2021 and the 2021 year did not end until March 2022. The approach by universities and further education colleges, some of which are private institutions, varied with many building on the experience of remote learning practices and virtual lectures introduced in 2020. Throughout the 2021 year the Trust was able to continue to enable scholars to study and importantly there were no reports of any health issues among scholars of significant consequence. Secondary School Scholars 10. Our secondary scholars have flourished. The key change in our award allocation in 2021 was the expansion of our bursary scheme following its successful introduction in 2020. Scholarship allocations are determined by two factors= academic achievement and the scale of poverty and need - in essence the ability of a child's family, guardian or local Kenyan sponsor to fund future education. Scholarships are offered to those who achieve the highest academic marks in their Kenya Certificate of Primary Education {KCPE) whilst also coming from the most impoverished backgrounds, and fund educa- tion to a national secondary school. A bursary, meanwhile, is funded by the Trust in the absence of a sponsor and supports deserving candidates to a local secondary school. For the moment it does not guarantee support at tertiary level. The bursary scheme, nevertheless. has enabled the Trust to broaden its offer to a wider range of potential scholars. 2021 award selections were made, as in the past, from the Trust's traditional catchment area and Primary Schools, and conducted thoroughly through home visits, a verification process, Concluding with interviews and final selection measured against core metrics to ensure fairness. The majority of this activity Was conducted on behalf of Trustees by the principal LLSPA secondary scholar administrator, mentor and lead, sup- ported by olher LLSPA officials, although the final decisions lay with the Trust. In July 2021 the Trust could report that our 2020 secondary scholar cohort had concluded their first academic year, delayed because of the pandemic, but with a strong set of results placing many in the top 100/0 and all in the top half of their year groups. 3 This is th¢ Gilgil. L8nbJalanga area and region of the cential highlaiids iowards Nyandai'ua.
These remain remarkable achievements for young children who have few role models and come from very challenging backgrounds. Interestingly, the academic results of our bursary scholars across both the 2020 and 2021 cohorts are as competitive as those with scholarships. which will require the Trust to reconsider its policies regarding spon- sorship through to further education. 12. Unsurprisingly. the cost of secondary sponsorship has grown. Kenyan policy is to allocate students who achieve entry to national schools some distance from their home region and often outside their county. This has led to higher administrative and travel costs. Scholars in Further Education 13. As 8 consequence of a decision in 2014 to pause secondary level scholarships the numbers of scholars in further education have been reducing gradually but will pick up again as the 2020 secondary cohort move into further education from 2024. 14. There were 33 scholars studying a first degree at 8 different universities with 16 of these scholars graduating during the year or early in 2022 {because of delays to grad- uation caused by the pandemic). 9 scholars sludied for diplomas at 4 academic institu- tions with 2 graduating during the year. Although 2021 saw a return to near-normality in lectures and study, the impact of the pandemic varied by academic institution and was most marked for technical or scientific courses. A number of scholars faced delays to fi- nal exams, attachments and graduation, although large, virtual graduation ceremonies have become the norm and have provided increased flexibility and improved timeliness to the benefit of students. We have again enjoyed a set of very good results and particu- larly celebrate many good degrees including a 1st. Class degree in Animal Health and Production and our first scholar awarded a PhD in Electrical Engineering. The recent appointment of an economics graduate to PWC means that we now have scholars em- ployed by three of the global accounting firms and Ihe World Bank. Academic extensions or Second Degrees 15. In 2021 the Trust also funded a further 7 previous Scholars in second degrees. This has been part of a policy to support as far as practical select alumni to be more competitive for employment. These courses have varied from extending first degrees to enable teaching, supporting internships, supplementing a tourism diploma with travel management qualifications, and an HR diploma with HR certification to national stand- ards. All those so far who have concluded their courses are now in employment and so the additional investment has delivered real value. The Langalanga Scholars Professionals Association (LLSPA) 16. The LLSPA4 is a Kenyan charity founded in 2011. It is an association made up of volunteer alumni of the LLSF- all are therefore ex-scholars of the Trust and among their objectives has been the commitment to help scholars {those in secondary and further education. and alumni) through mentorship, education and career guidance on behalf of LLT. The LLSPA are closely connected to the communities from which their membership 4 LLSPA was registered under the Societies Act. Laws of Kenya in March 26th, 2014 and more details on LLSPA can be found al htt a.or
comes and so also occasionally run events providing support to their ladies group and visit a local care home for orphans. The working practices established in 2020 to assist the Trust administer scholars continued, since the pandemic limited travel, and the LLSPA contributed to the activities set out below.. Assisted with the selection of secondary scholars providing assurance. Oversaw and supported secondary scholars into their schools. Administered on behalf of LLT the distribution of a Covid Support Fund for those alumni most critically affected by the pandemic. Mentored some scholars departing education and provided advice on get- ting employment. 17. The LLSPA has become an extremely valuable pillar of the Trust providing trusted and local support in Kenya. The Association has become an essential connec- tion to alumni and vital in the selection process and administration of new and current scholars. The current operating model has worked well although as it matures and Trus- tees consider transferring further responsibililies the governance arrangements will need to evolve to ensure continued effective management of Trust resources, reporting and fully meet our assurance requirements. The Woodard Secondary School 18. The Trust continues to sponsor the Woodard Langalanga Secondary School (WLSS) and the school remains listed as a member of the overseas Woodard Corpora- tion, from which it takes its name and which helped fund its construction. The LST Chair- man and two other Trust representatives who are local Kenyan businessmen (one of whom graduated out of the scholarship scheme) are elected Board members to help govern the school and the interests of the Trust. 19. The school remains the largest and dominant education facility in Langalanga town. Local opportunities are limited and the school's catchment area consists mainly of families running small shops, subsistence farming or are itinerant workers. Incomes are generally low and there are few role models. Local social challenges therefore include alcoholism, drug abuse and teenage pregnancy. WLSS is inevitably touched by some of these issues. but despite this the school continues to improve and grow. A promise of additional investment by the government has led to the planning of 3 new classrooms and the school continues to act as a focus for local education opportunity through its fa- cilities. Although the Trust provides very modest investment support to the school, we believe it is helping to make a difference with its focus on.. Contributions to governance through membership of the Board. nd Funding a scholar through a Trust bursarship who is graded 2 out of a cohort of 170. The provision of funding for remedial classes, which has contributed to im- proved academic standards as illustrated below-
Academic Achievements C and Above Count Rankin Sub-county Rank- 2019 2020 2021 15 192 37 23 149 17 25 137 13 The Lunchbox Programme 20. Our 'Lunchbox Programme, has continued to provide lunch meals of sorghum, maize and beans to two of the most deprived primary schools in the Gilgil area. Mwega and Ndogo Primary Schools are situated in particularly deprived parts of the Rift Valley and without our support some pupils would face a day in lessons without a midday meal. The Trust has provided approximately 72,000 meals over the year to enable young, dis- advantaged children in these schools focus on their learning. This aspect of the Tnjst's offer is, however, under pressure. Whilst we have some wonderful donors who contrib- ute to this fund specifically it is an area which is likely lo need a special campaign to se- cure the funds to maintain current levels of support as food costs grow. Finances 21. The Trust's financial position continues to be stable and positive in support of cur- rent objectives, albeit the numbers of scholars supported are less than in previous years. Despite the tight economic circumstances and the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic in 2021, support from loyal sponsors and donors has held up, although the Trust aspires to broaden the donor base more widely. Over £67,242, including interest, has been raised during the year thanks to the very generous support of many sponsors and which enabled a further £11,556 to be reclaimed via Gift Aid. This income enabled over £59,891 to be spent directly supporting scholars and on individual projects. Administra- tive costs remain very low and the Trust continues to adopt the most economic approach to provide its services. Overall funds remain sufficient, based on current assumptions re- garding donations and risk, to fund all present scholars through to the completion of their studies and leave a surplus for other charity objedives. Reserved ftjnds expended on special projects (WLSS, Lunchbox, Covid Support Fund and Audrey Leitch scholarship fund), however, exceeded incoming funds but excess expenditure was carried by gen- eral trust funds. As in prior years, the accounts were reviewed by an independent exam- iner and no issues arose. The accounts are published alongside this report to the Char- ity Commission website. Conclusion 22. Despite the challenges that 2021 generated the Trust came out of the year as strong as it was at the beginning of 2020 at the start of the pandemic. We were able lo maintain our core activities, enabled by the unstinting support, energy and counsel of Trustees who give their time freely, the generous support of sponsors and donors and working in association with alumni, and officials of both our scholar Associations {LLSA and LLSPA)- The latter have become an essential and extremely valuable component of our administrative and support organisation without which we could not function as ef- fectively and economically.
23. There is no escaping the inevitable pressures that arise from inflalion and the in- crease in the cost of living that the future brings. Whilst there has been a reduction in the amount of people's discretionary spend our current donor community has not fal- tered in supporting our core commilment to maintain support for our cvrrent scholars to the end of their education. Financial pressures will continue and Trustees will need to consider where the Trust needs to set its ambitions in the year ahead and how they will be funded. In the meantime, the Trust continues to provide invaluable services to chil- dren and young adults from very poor backgrounds in the Gilgil and Langalanga area of Kenya and enable its scholars to realise or get closer to their proper ambitions. G A Nield OBE Chairman Annex: A. Summary of Scholar Attendance and Success.
ANNEXA SUMMARY OF SCHOLAR ATTENDANCE AND SUCCESS Summary Position. 293 scholarships were awarded from 1999 10 2020 and 10 new secondary scholarships were awarded in 2021 {6 full scholarships and 4 bursaries). During 2021 there were 42 scholars studying a first degree at university or at a further education College of which 9 graduated during the year, and a further 8 in earfy 2022 delayed because of the implications of the Covid.pandemio A.further 6 returning schol- ars studied for a second degree or vocational course as mature students lo improve their competitiveness in the workplace. Degrees. There were 33 scholars studying a first degree at 8 different universities with 6 of these scholars graduating during the year (although another 8 of the cohort graduated in early 2022 because of delays to graduation caused by the pandemic): 8 at Nairobi University- 2 graduated in 2021- 5 at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture- 1 graduated in 2021- 7 at Kenyatta University, Nairobi - 2 graduated in 2021- 1 al Egerton University- 1 graduated in 2021. 8 at TUKIKenya Polylechnic University College - 1 graduated in 2021. 2 at Chuka University College - none graduated in 2021. 1 at Machakos University - none graduated in 2021. l at Mount Kenya University- none graduated in 2021. Diplomas. There were 9 scholars studying for diplomas at 4 academic institu- tions with 2 graduating during 2021: 1 at Strathmore University- none graduated in 2021., 6 at the Technical University of Kenya - 1 graduated in 2021. 1 at Tumutumu Mission Hospital, Nyeri - none graduated in 2021., 1 at Egerton College- 1 graduated in 2021. Academic extensions or Second Degrees. In 2021 the Trust also funded a fur- ther 6 previous scholars in second degrees, for example to gain teaching or account- ancy qualifications. Secondary. 6 new scholarships and 4 bursaries (in addition to 6 scholarships and one bursary in 2020) were funded during 2021 with secondary scholars attending the following schools- 4 at Nyandarua High School. l at Njabini Boys High School. 1 at Moi Girls, Nairobi. 2 at Jomo Kenyatta Girls High School. 1 at Naivasha Girls High School. 1 at Mai Mahiu Girls High School. 1 at Narumoro Girls High School. 1 at Wanjohi Girls High School. 4 at Ngecho Secondary School. 1 at Woodard Langalanga Secondary School.
Graduated. As at Dember 2021, 251 scholars had completed their education or are no longer supported by the Trust. Of these 188 graduated (95 Degrees. 87 Diplo- mas., 6 Certificates) whilst a further 63 left education because they failed to meet the threshold to move into further education or for failing to maintain the standards set by the scholarship scheme. 30 Scholars had no support to transition to further education., 11 Scholars had their Scholarship removed during secondary school. 15 Scholars had their Scholarship removed during further education. 7 Scholars had failed to graduate.
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LANGALANGA TRUST Page 3 CHARITY INFORMATION GOVERNING DOCUMENT Registered Charity Number 1076360 Subject to a Declaration of Trust dated 4 March 1999 lamended by Resolutions dated G November 2012 and 9 November 20191 TRJSTEES Prof Andrew Leitch Mr Richard Murdoch Brig Geoff Nield Mr Nicola5 Singeisen MrsAnne Smyth Mr Alan Twigg Cholrm¢m INDEPENDENT EXAMINER Mrs Amanda Cavanagh, ACA CORRESPONDENCE ADDRESS Crlcket Farm Mlllards Hlll Trudoxhill Frome BAII 5DW BANKERS CAF Bank Limited National Westminster Bank PLC UnltedKlngdom UnltedKingdom CFC Bank Kenya Commercial Bank Kenyo INVESTMENT MANAGERS CCLA Investment Management Limlted
LANGALANGA TRUST Page 4 Reqlstere&ChuTitNW¥tt7b¢r.' 107636Q ACCOUNTS UNRESTRICTED FUND FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021 2021 2020 Notes INCOMING RESOURCES Donatlons received Other Income Interest Gift Aid reclaimed 59,597 28 7,617 11,556 74,664 7,732 11,661 Totullncoming Resources 78,797 94,058 RESOURCES EXPENDED School and University Fee5 Scholars expenses and upkeep Books Bank charges Travel & Accomodation Donation to associated charlty Webslte costs Miscellaneous curnCY Exchange differen 21,972 36,965 14,530 53,663 351 I,ioo 1,323 947 667 954 3,247 50 2,791 Note3 3,168 652 7,178 Total Resour$ Expended 67,593 81,964 11,204 12,094 Balante at l January 2021 233,029 220.935 Balan¢e at 31 Dember 2021 244,233 233,029 Represented by CCLA- Investments held at cost 8ank accounts CAF Bank National Westmlnster Bank Kenya Commercial Bank Standard Chartered Bank NotesJ+2 152,488 48,912 27.629 183 15,022 152,488 39,519 37,172 3,850 244,234 233,029 Sublect to the Independent Examlner's Statement shown on page 7 Slgned Bri8 Geoffrey Nield Nicolas Slngeisen Dated
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LANGALANGA TRUST Page 6 Req15teredChurftyhlumber.. 1076361) NOTES to the Fln#nclal Statements for the year ended 31 December 2021 UNRESTRICTED FUND- Page 4 Note I The following Investment5 were held at 31 December 2021 at a combined cost price of £152,488- CCLA Investment Fund - 4,365.56 units.. bid market value £89,655 CCLA Property Fund - 96,571.87 unit5'. bid market value £120,174 The combined bid market value at 31 December 2021 was £209,829 Note 2 With effect from 28 September 2020, CCLA Investment Management Limited announced that a 90-day notice period for redemptions would be Introduced in respect of the Property Fund. Note 3 Durlng 2021 a general support payment was made to Langalanga Scholarship Professionals Assoclatlon, charity incorporated in Kenya. Brig Geoff Nield is also a trustee of that charttv. It is expected that further such payments will be made In 2022 and subsequent years.
L4NGALANGA TRUST Page 7 ReytsteredCharltyNufflber.' 1075360 Independent Examlnevs R¢portto the Tru$tee5 of the Lan8alan£a Trust I report to the trustees on my examinatlon ef the atcounts of the Langalan8a Trust ItheTrustl forthe yearended 31 December 2021. Resp¢nslbllltles and bosls of report As the charity trustees of the Trusti VOU a responsible for the preparation ol the 8tcount5 in accordance wlth the quIreMentS of the Charities Att 20111'the A£t'l. I report In respect of my examinatlon of the Trust's accounts carrlÈd out under section 145 of the 2011 Att and In carrying Jt mv examination I have followÈd all the applicable Dlrectlon$ 8lven by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the Act. FndBpendentexamlnesslatement I have completed myexaminètion. I conflrm that no rnaterlal Matte have ¢ome te myattention In connectlon wlth the examlnatlon Elvlng me cause to believe that In any material respect.. l acwuntlng rewrds were not kept in respect of the Irust as requlred by 5ectlon 130 of the Act.. or 2 the arcounts (b not accord vlth those re¢ord5,' er 3 the accounts do [t comply wlth thÈ applicable requirements concernln8 the form and content of a¢counts set out in the Charitles 1Count5 and Repart51 Re8ulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts 8lve a 'true and fair view. whlch 15 not a matter consldered as partof an Independent exèmlnatlork. have no concerns and have come across no other matters In connectlon with the eKamlnatlon to whlch attentlon should be drawn In th[5 report In order to enablea proper understandln¥of the accounts to be reached. Name.. AMANDACAVANAGH Addre$5.' ORCHARD HOUSE. PENTON MEWSEY, ANDOVEn HAMPSHIRE SPII ORW DGte .2022
LANGAIANGA TRUST Page 7 ReJlsttrtdChorilyllufflber.' IOY6360 Ind¢p¢ndent Examlner's Reportto theTru$ttos of the LangalanB8Tru$t I report to the trustees on my examlt)3tlot) of the attounts of the Lan8alangaTwst Ithe Trust) forthe yeaf ended 31 December 2021. Re5ponslbllliles and bsls of report As the tharlty trustees of the Trust, you a re5pon51ble for the preparaOn of the accounts In accordance wlth the requirernent5 of the Charlties Art 20111'theAct'l. I report in respect of my examlnation of the Trust's accounts carrled out under sectlon 145 Of the 2011 Act and in carry¢ng out my examlnatlon I have followed all the applicable Dlrectlons glven by thÈ Char5ty Commlsslon under section 14515llbl of the Act. Idependent examlTherf5 statement I have completed my Èxamination. I confirm that no mèterial rnatters have come to my attentlon In connectlon wth the examSnatlon giving me cause to believe that in any mate*lal fespeci.. l accountlng records We not kept in respect of theTrust as required by sectlon 130 of the Act,. or 2 the 3ccounts do not acwrd with those record5,' or 3 the accounts do not comply th the applltable requlrements concemlng the fDrm and content of accounts set out In thÈ Charitles (Accounts and RÈport$l Regulatlon5 2008 othor than any reqvirement that the èceouTht5 give a 'true and laif view, whlch Is not a tnatter on51dered as part of an Independent examlnatlon. I have no concern5 and have come acTOSS no other matters In connettion with the exèmln8tion to whlch attentlon shtsuld be drawn In thls report In orderio enable a proper understandlng ofihe accounts to be reathed. Name.. AMANDA CAVANAGH Address.. ORCHARD HOUSE, PENTON MEWSEY. ANDOVER. HAMPSHIRE 5PII ORW Dote .2022