---
title: "Africa Against Stroke — check charity number 1198817 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Africa Against Stroke a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1198817. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Aylsham road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/africa-against-stroke
retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:08:05.786Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Africa Against Stroke is a registered charity (number 1198817) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives. 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 Africa Against Stroke?

Registered charity number

1198817

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Aylsham road

Website

[africaagainststroke.com](http://africaagainststroke.com/)

## What does Africa Against Stroke do?

To preserve and protect the health of patients and their families affected by strokes across Africa by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities, support services and equipment not normally provided by the statutory authorities.

## What causes is Africa Against Stroke registered for?

The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Africa Against Stroke yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Africa Against Stroke 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=africa-against-stroke&type=claim)
[Visit charity website](http://africaagainststroke.com/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Africa Against Stroke a legitimate charity?

Yes. Africa Against Stroke is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1198817) 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 Africa Against Stroke's charity number?

Africa Against Stroke's charity number is 1198817. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1198817?

Search 1198817 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 Africa Against Stroke do?

To preserve and protect the health of patients and their families affected by strokes across Africa by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities, support services and equipment not normally provided by the statutory authorities.

Does Africa Against Stroke have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Africa Against Stroke. 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 Africa Against Stroke?

Africa Against Stroke's website is http://africaagainststroke.com — 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/1198817).