## UMOJA TANZANIA-UNITED KINGDOM DIASPORA (UTZ-UKD) Report of the Trustees for the year ended 31/03/2024 The UMOJA TANZANIA-UNITED KINGDOM DIASPORA (UTZ-UKD) is established as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). It was officially registered with the Charity Commission on 3rd June 2019 under charity number 1183677. ## Organisational Structure The charity trustees are entrusted with the overall control and management of the organisation. They dedicate their time voluntarily and do not receive any remuneration or financial benefits for their work. The current trustees of the organisation are: 1. Dr Julius Hingira 2. Judy Msongole 3. Grace Katemana 4. Bertha Andre 5. Fathiya Salim Elhosny 6. Dr Hebert Hiza 7. Dr Masselle Mayombo Trustees are regularly kept informed through updates and publications from the Charity Commission, ensuring they remain aware of their responsibilities under the Charities Act. ## Objectives ##  Educational Workshops and Seminars - Focused on healthcare education and teaching English and Swahili languages. - Financial and Material Support - Providing food, goods, and other essential materials to those in need. - Promotion of Tanzanian Culture - Showcasing traditional Tanzanian cultural activities, including music, art, dance, and carvings. ## Strategies Our activities are widely promoted and open to everyone in the local community. All services are provided free of charge, supported by donations and the efforts of volunteers. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities by implementing policies that provide equal access to all, regardless of belief, faith, gender, sexuality, ability, age, colour, or race. ## Use of Volunteers Volunteers are a vital part of our organisation and play a key role in our activities. They actively contribute to most community initiatives, with 12 dedicated individuals regularly participating and committing their time to help implement our plans and programs. ## Principal Funding Sources The charity’s main source of income comes from donations. No fundraising activities were organised during the year. ## Activities and Achievements The charity carried out a variety of activities in pursuit of its charitable aims and objectives, including: - Health and Social Support Education - Organising professional doctors to provide health education to those in need during annual meetings. - Community Support Awareness - Educating community members on the importance of supporting one another during difficult times, particularly focusing on assisting the homeless and individuals who lost their jobs and/or families due to COVID-19 and other maladies. - Youth Engagement and Development - Encouraging young people to actively participate in community initiatives, such as environmental clean-ups, assisting the elderly in their homes, and engaging in sports to promote health and well-being. ## Plans for Future Periods There is a growing need to recruit new trustees as well as both employed and volunteer staff to manage the day-to-day operations of the charity. This will help meet our objectives and support the expansion of activities, especially as the number of people benefiting from our services continues to increase. Emerging challenges related to changes in education, health, and cultural practices require a proactive approach. Engaging various sectors of the community is vital to ensure our plans remain inclusive and effectively address the needs of our service users. ## Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities The charity trustees are responsible for preparing the annual report and financial statements in compliance with applicable laws and accounting standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). According to the law, the trustees must ensure that the financial statements present a true and fair view of the charity's financial position, as well as the resources coming in and going out. In preparing these financial statements, trustees must: - Select and consistently apply suitable accounting policies and standards. - Adhere to the methods and principles outlined in the Charities SORP. - Make reasonable and justifiable judgements, decisions, and estimates. - Prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis, unless it is inappropriate to assume that the charity will continue operating. Additionally, trustees are responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records that reflect the charity's financial position and for ensuring compliance with charity regulations. They must also safeguard the charity’s assets and take reasonable steps to prevent and detect fraud and other irregularities. This report has been approved by the trustees of the Umoja Tanzania-United Kingdom Diaspora (UTZ-UKD) and signed on their behalf by: Name: Dr. Masselle Mayombo Date: 29/11/2024 ## **UMOJA TANZANIA - UNITED KINGDOM DIASPORA (UTZ-UKD) CHARITY ORGANISATION FINANCIAL REPORT AS AT THE YEAR END 31 MARCH 2024** ## INCOME & EXPENDITURE STATEMENT INCOME Interest received EXPENDITURE Expenditure **DEFICIT/SURPLUS** ## MENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION BALANCE SHEET FOR YEAR ENDED 31/03/2 ASSETS Cash Receivables **TOTAL ASSESTS** LIABILITIES Liabilities **TOTAL LIABILITIES** £ 12.00 ## **12.00** 024 £ 5,100.00 12.00 **5,112.00** 5,112.00 **5,100.00**