REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1183628
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND UNAUDITED
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31ST MARCH 2024
INSPIRE AFRIKA

INSPIRE AFRIKA
CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST MARCH 2024
Page
Report of the Trustees
Ito9
Accountants, Report
io
Independent Examiner's Report
li
Balance Sheet
12
Notes to the Flnancial Statements
13
Income and Expenditure Account
14

CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLAND ANO WALES
Trustees, Annual Report for the period
From Period start date 1st April 2023 To Period end date 1st March 2024
Charity name: Inspire Afrika
Charity registration number:1183628
Objectives and Activities
SORP reference
Para 1.17
Summary of the purposes of
the charity as sel out in its
governing document
Inspire Afrika is a small charity operating in
Kenya dedicated to making a positive
impact. We focus on grassrools
development by providing support,
education and resources to empower
individuals.
The charitable obiecls are..
The advancement of education for the
public benefit by assisting in the provision
of a school for children aged 4 to 14 living
in Kenya, and by providing funds for the
maintenance and development of the
school building and assisting children lo
attend school.
Summary of the main
activities in relation to those
purposes for the public
benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or
services identified in the
accounts.
Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to Ihe guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit
Para 1.17antl
1.19
Durtng this period. Inspire Afrika has
undertaken several projects and services
aimed at improving the quality of life for its
beneficiaries. These include a volunteer trip
which improved the environment ofthe
school and providing funds to cover the
costs of additional teachers.
The trustees have adhered lo guidan
issued by the Charily Commission on
public benefit.
Para 1.18
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Achievements and Performance
SORP refèrence
Introduction
In an effort to support education and
community development, a team of
dedicated volunleers traveled to Kenya to
assist in improving the facilities of a local
school. The project aimed to enhance the
learning environment by upgrading
infrastructure, replacing old equipment, and
ensuring a safe and conducive space for
students and teachers.
Summary ofthe main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity's work has made to
the circumstances of its
beneficiaries and any wider
benefrts to society as a
whole.
Para 1 20
Project Objectives
The primary objectives of the volunteer
initiative included..
Constructing a new roof io provide a
safer and more stable learning
environment.
Painting classrooms and school
buildings to create a vibrant and
welcoming atmosphere.
Removing old and dilapidated
structures lo ensure student safety.
Providing new desks and essential
school equipment to improve the
qualily of education.
Activities Undertaken
1. Installation of a New Roof
One of the most critical tasks was replacing
the existing, worn-out roof with a new one.
The volunteers worked alon
side local
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builders to install a durable roof, ensuring
protection from weather conditions and
enhancing the structural integrity of the
school buildings.
2. Painting and Beautification
Volunteers dedicated lime to repainting the
classrooms, giving them a fresh and brighl
appearance. This helped create an
engaging and inspiring leaming
environment for students.
3. Removal of Old and Unsafe Buildings
Several old structures on the school
grounds posed safety risks. The team
worked together to dismantle these
buildings, clearing Spa￿ for future
development and ensuring a secure
environment for students and staff.
4. Providing New Desks and School
Equipment
To improve the students leaming
experience, the team supplied new desks,
chairs, and essential school materials such
as books, stationery, and teaching aids.
This contribution helped address the
shortage of basic leaming tools.
Impact and Community Response
The project had a significant impact on both
students and teachers. The improved
infrastructure has created a safer and more
comfortable learning environment, boosting
morale and enthusiasm among students.
Teachers expressed gratitude for the new
resources, which will enhance lesson
delivery and student engagement.
Local community members also
participated in the project, foslering a sens8
of unity and ownership. Thoir involvement
ensures long-term maintenance and
sustainability of the improvements made.
Conclusion
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The volunteer trip to Kenya was a
remarkable success, demonslraling the
power of teamwork and community service.
Through the collective efforts of volunteers
and local residents, the school now has
better facilities, safer structures, and
improved learning conditions. This initiative
has made a lasting difference in the lives of
the students and will continue to benefit the
community for years to come.
Further support and follow-up visits can
help sustain these improvements and
identify additional ways to enhance the
educational experien￿ for the children.
This project stands as a testament to the
impact that dedicated individuals can make
through volunteer work.
We have also provided funds to cover the
costs of additional teachers. This has
meant that more children are now able to
attend the school and therefore get access
to an education.
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Financial Review
Review of the charity's
financial position at the end
of the
eriod
Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
statin
are held
Amount of rese￿eS held
Reasons for holding zero
reserves
Details of fund materially in
deficil
Explanation of any
uncertainties aboLrt the
charity continuing as a going
concern
Para 1.21
The charity has maintained a stable
financial position, with sufficient reserves to
su
ort its on
oin
ro
ects and initiatives.
Inspire Afrika holds reserves to ensure the
continuity of its programs and lo address
an
unforeseen financial challen
es.
£27,000
Para 1.22
Para 1.22
Para 1.22
Para 1.24
There are no funds materially in deficit.
Par3 1.23
There are no significant Un￿rtaInlieS
regarding the charity's ability to continue as
a going concern.
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Structure, Governance and Management
Description of charity's
trusts..
Type of goveming document
triisl deed. ro
al charter
How is the charity
constituted?
le.g unincorporated
association. CIO
Trustee selection meth¢Jds
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body enlitled
to appoirst one or more
trustees
Para 1.25
Foundation
Para 1.25
cio
Para 1.25
Trustees are selected through a nomination
and eleclion prooss as outlined in the
charity's governing document.
Reference and Administrative details
Chari
name
Other name the charit
uses
Registered charity number
Charity's principal address
Ins
ire Afrika
1183628
96, Auckland Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands, DY6 8JQ
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Names of the charity trusteès who manage the charity
Trustee name
oirice Ilf any)
Dates acted if not for whol•
ear
Name of person lor body) entitled
toa
oint trustee
if an
Neil Bums
Paula Burns
Sallyann Wright
10
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Cor
orate trustees - names of the directors at the date the re ort was a
Director name
roved
Name of trustees holding trtle to property belonging to the chaflty
Trusts• nam
Dates acted If not for whole
ear
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Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets
None
held in this capacity
Name and objects of the
charity on whose behalf the
assets are held and how this
falls within the custodian
charity's objects
NA
Details of arrangements for
safe custody and
segregation of such assets
from the charity's own
assets
NA
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non￿lsCIO$Ure of ke
rsonnel details
Other o
tional infonnation
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Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above.
Signed on behalf of the Gharity's trustees
Signature(s)
Full name(s
Position log Secretary,
Chair, etc
Neil Bums
Sallyann Wright
Trustee
Chair
Date
cyi 103 IZOLS
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INSPIRE AFRIKA
ACCOUNTANTS, REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST MARCH 2024
Accountants, Report
You consider that the company is exempt from an audit for the year ended 31st March 2024. You have
acknowledged, on the balance sheet, your responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the
Companies Act 2006 with respect to Jttounting records and the preparation of accounts. These
responsibilities include preparing accounts that give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the
company at the end of the financial year.
In accordance with your instructions, we have prepared the accounts which comprise of the Income and
Expenditure Account, the Balance Sheet and the related notes from the accounting record5 of the
company and on the basis of the information and explanations given to us.
We have not carried out an audit or any other review, and consequently we do not express any opinion on
these accounts.
Handmill Taxation Ltd
Spencer House
114 High Street
Wordsley, Stourbridge
DY8 5QR
7th Morch 2025
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORTTO THE TRUSTEES OF
INSPIRE AFRIKA
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Insplre Afrika
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Inspire Afrika for the year ended 31st
March 2024.
Re5ponslbilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees you are reponsible for the preparation of the accounts in atcordance with the
requirements of the Charities Act 20111'the Act'l.
I report in respect of my examination of the accounts carried out Ljnder section 145 of the Act and in
carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission
under section 1451511bl of the Att.
Independent exarnlner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in
connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act,. or
2. the atcounts do not accord with those records; or
3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of
accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement
that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered part of an independent
examination.
I confirm that there are no other matters to which your attention should be drawn to enable a proper
understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Handmill Taxation Ltd
Spencer House
114 High Street
Wordsley
Stourbridge
West Midlands
DY8 SQR
7th March 2025
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INSPIRE AFRIKA
BALANCE SHEET
AT 31ST MARCH 2024
Year ended
31.03.24
Total funds
Year ended
31.03.23
Total funds
FIXED ASSErs
Notes
Tangible assets
CURRENT ASSErs
Cash at bank and in hand
Net current assets
Accruals and deferred income
0.00
0.00
27,868.00
27.868.00
1360.001
27,508.00
22,731.00
22.731.(rf)
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES
CAPITAL AND RESERVES
General fund
22,731.
27.508.00
22.731.
TOTAL FUNDS
27,508.(X)
22,731.(KJ
Forthe financial yeai ending 31st March 2024, the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 01
the Companies Art 2006 relating to srnall companie5.
No members have required the company to obtain an audit of its account5 for the year endin8 31st March
2024 in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.
The trustee5 acknowlèdge their responsibility for complying wih the requirements of the Act with respect to
accounting records and for the preparation of accounts.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provlsions applicable to companies subject to the
small companies, re8ime.
The financial statements were approved by the 8oard ofTrustees on 7th March 2025
and were slgned on Sts behaw by
Neil 8urn5
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INSPIRE AFRIKA
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST MARCH 2024
ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of preparing the financial ststements
The financial statements of the charity. which is a public benefit undor FRS 102, have been prepared in
accordante with the Charities SORP IFRS 1021 'Accounting and Reporting Charitie5.' Statement of
Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their account5 in accordance with the Financial
Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 (effective l January 20151,,
Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of
Ireland. and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historial cost
convention.
Infome
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the
funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.
Expendlture
Liabilities are fecognised as expenditure as soon as thère is a legal or constructive obligation committing
the charity to that expenditure. it is probable that a transfer of economit benefits will be required in
settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accovnted for on an
accruals basis and ha5 been tl8ssified under the headinds that aggregate all cost related to the categorv.
Where Costs cannot be directly attributed to particular heading5 they have been allocated to activities on a
basis consistent with the use of ￿SOurCeS.
Taxation
The charity is exernpt from tax on Its charitable activities.
Fund a¢countlng
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charttable objective at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted fvnds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objective5 of the charity.
Restrictions arise when 5pecifiÈd by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
2. Credhors: amount falling due wlthin on year
2024
2023
Accrued Expenses
360.00
360.00
3. Genernl fund & Restrlcted Reserves
2024
2023
Balance at 1st April 2023
Excess of income over expenditure for year
Balance at 315¢ March 2024
22,731.(K)
4,777.00
27.508.00
21.832.00
899.1)0
22.731.(10
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NSPIRE AFRIKA
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST MARCH 2024
Year ended 31.03.24
Year ended 31.03.24
INCOME
Sponsor a Child
General Donations
Direct Trip Payments
3,095.00
11,529.00
13,495.00
859.00
loo.00
28,119.00
959.00
Bank Interest
117.00
0.00
TOTAL INCOME
28,236.00
959.C
EXPENDITURE
Direct Education Costs
1,495.00
Direct Trip Expenses
Travel Expenses
Prolect Cost5
Non-sterling Bank charges
16,858.00
4,412.CK)
10.00
0.00
0.00
Adminlstrative Expenses:.
Accountancy fees
Bank Charges
Advertising & Marketing
360.(K>
60.00
264.00
60.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
23.459.00
60.00
Excess of income over expenditure for year
4,777.00
899.00
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