KIJANI KENYA TRUST UK is a United Kingdom-based charitable organization registered under charity number 1105408. Established on 23 January 2004, it operates as a private limited company by guarantee without share capital and holds active status. The Trust focuses its efforts on supporting initiatives primarily in Kenya in the fields of healthcare—with a particular emphasis on HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment—environment and conservation, and the performing arts[1][2].

History and Legal Status

KIJANI KENYA TRUST UK was incorporated in 2004 and has maintained active registration both as a company and a charity since that time. It was originally named "KIJANI KENYA TRUST" until November 2009 when it adopted its current name[2]. The organization files accounts annually, with the most recent accounts available through the end of the 2023 financial year, and it complies with the requirements of the Charity Commission for England and Wales as well as Companies House[1][2].

Objectives and Activities

The Trust’s charitable activities include promoting and supporting healthcare programs in Kenya, particularly targeting HIV/AIDS-related issues. Alongside healthcare, it champions environmental and conservation projects and supports the performing arts sector within Kenya. These program areas align with the Trust’s broader mission of improving social welfare and cultural development in Kenyan communities[1].

Governance and Operations

KIJANI KENYA TRUST UK is overseen by two trustees who do not receive remuneration or benefits from the charity. The charity does not employ staff receiving benefits over £60,000 and does not raise funds from the public through traditional fundraising campaigns[1]. It also does not operate any trading subsidiaries.

Financial Overview

For the financial year ending 31 December 2022, the Trust reported a total income of £15,000 and total expenditure of £7,976. The difference reflects careful stewardship and allocation of resources toward its charitable aims and projects[1].

This summarized profile reflects KIJANI KENYA TRUST UK’s commitment to fostering health, environmental sustainability, and cultural enrichment in Kenya through UK-based charitable support structures.

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-search/-/charity-details/4009857/charity-overview [2] https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/05024277 [3] https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/05024277/filing-history [4] https://ngoexplorer.org/region/continent/africa/show-charities?filter-skip=4393 [5] https://www.thekenyatrust.org.uk