--- title: "Action in Africa — check charity number 1072661 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Action in Africa a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1072661. Education/training charity based in Ashtead. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/action-in-africa retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:24:41.990Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Action in Africa is a registered charity (number 1072661) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £63,067 (year ending 2025-04-05). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Action in Africa? Registered charity number 1072661 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Ashtead Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £63,067 Website [www.actioninafrica.org](http://www.actioninafrica.org/) ## What does Action in Africa do? Sponsoring of education for those who otherwise would be unable to afford it. This ranges from kindergarten to university. Promotion of healthcare and economic development. ## What causes is Action in Africa registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Action in Africa yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Action in Africa is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=action-in-africa&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.actioninafrica.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Action in Africa a legitimate charity? Yes. Action in Africa is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1072661) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Action in Africa's charity number? Action in Africa's charity number is 1072661. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1072661? Search 1072661 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Action in Africa do? Sponsoring of education for those who otherwise would be unable to afford it. This ranges from kindergarten to university. Promotion of healthcare and economic development. Does Action in Africa have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Action in Africa. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Action in Africa? Action in Africa's website is http://www.actioninafrica.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1072661).