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# EXPERIENCE AFRIKA C.I.C.

## Company limited by guarantee

## Company Registration Number:
14612994 (England and Wales)

## Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 January 2025

## Period of accounts

## Start date: 1 February 2024

## End date: 31 January 2025

# EXPERIENCE AFRIKA C.I.C.

## Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2025

Directors report |
Profit and loss |
Balance sheet |
Additional notes |
Community Interest Report |

# EXPERIENCE AFRIKA C.I.C.

Directors' report period ended 31 January 2025

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 January 2025

Principal activities of the company

The main business activities of the company are the sale of African Print Merchandise and African Musical Instruments. There has been no change in the main business activities of the company over the reporting period.

Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
1 February 2024 to 31 January 2025

Concise Davies
Beatrice Savadye

The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006

This report was approved by the board of directors on
22 November 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Concise Davies
Status: Director

# EXPERIENCE AFRIKA C.I.C.

## Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 January 2025

| 2025 | 2024
--- | --- | ---
| £ | £
Turnover: | 9,696 | 11,438
Cost of sales: | 0 | ( 4,581 )
Gross profit(or loss): | 9,696 | 6,857
Administrative expenses: | ( 9,696 ) | ( 6,804 )
Operating profit(or loss): | 0 | 53
Profit(or loss) before tax: | 0 | 53
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: | 0 | 53

# EXPERIENCE AFRIKA C.I.C.

## Balance sheet

As at 31 January 2025

| Notes | 2025 | 2024
--- | --- | --- | ---
|  | £ | £
Fixed assets
Intangible assets: |  | 0 | 0
Tangible assets: |  | 0 | 0
Investments: |  | 0 | 0
Total fixed assets: |  | 0 | 0
Current assets
Stocks: |  | 0 | 0
Debtors: |  | 0 | 0
Cash at bank and in hand: |  | 0 | 53
Investments: |  | 0 | 0
Total current assets: |  | 0 | 53
Net current assets (liabilities): |  | 0 | 53
Total assets less current liabilities: |  | 0 | 53
Total net assets (liabilities): |  | 0 | 53
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: |  | 0 | 53
Total members' funds: |  | 0 | 53

The notes form part of these financial statements

# EXPERIENCE AFRIKA C.I.C.

## Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 January 2025 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 22 November 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Concise Davies
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

# EXPERIENCE AFRIKA C.I.C.

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2025

- ## 1. Accounting policies

  Basis of measurement and preparation

  These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 1A (Small Entities) of Financial Reporting Standard 102

  Turnover policy

  the accounts state that revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable and represents amounts receivable for goods and services provided in the normal course of business, net of discounts, returns, rebates, and sales-related taxes, which constitutes the company’s turnover policy

  Tangible fixed assets depreciation policy

  The accounting policies include a tangible fixed assets depreciation policy, stating that property, plant and equipment are depreciated and assessed for impairment in line with expected useful lives; however, no tangible fixed assets exist and no depreciation charge is recognised in the financial year

  Intangible fixed assets amortisation policy

  The accounting policies state that intangible assets are amortised on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives (not exceeding ten years) and are reviewed for impairment; however, the accounts also show no recognised intangible assets and no amortisation charge for the year

  Valuation information and policy

  The accounting policies state that the financial statements are prepared on the historical cost basis, with specific valuation rules for assets and liabilities, including inventories measured at the lower of cost and selling price less costs to complete and sell, and receivables measured at amortised cost where applicable

  Other accounting policies

  The accounts include policies covering income tax and deferred tax, where current tax is based on taxable profit and deferred tax is recognised on temporary differences; leases, distinguishing between finance and operating leases with operating lease payments charged on a straight-line basis; and impairment of assets, requiring assets to be reviewed for impairment and written down where carrying values exceed recoverable amounts They also include policies on inventories, measured at the lower of cost and selling price less costs to complete and sell using FIFO; trade and other receivables, measured at amortised cost and reviewed for impairment; trade payables, recognised at settlement value; share capital, measured at fair value of proceeds received net of issue costs; dividends, recognised when approved; borrowing costs, expensed as incurred; provisions and contingencies, recognised only when obligations are probable and measurable; and cash and cash equivalents, comprising cash on hand and bank balances

# EXPERIENCE AFRIKA C.I.C.

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2025

- ## 2. Employees

  | 2025 | 2024
  --- | --- | ---
  Average number of employees during the period | 1 | 1

# COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

### EXPERIENCE AFRIKA C.I.C.

### Company Number: 14612994 (England and Wales)

### Year Ending: 31 January 2025

Company activities and impact

During the financial year, Experience Africa C.I.C. delivered cultural, wellbeing, and sustainability activities that benefited the community as follows. The company delivered mbira music workshops reaching 751 individuals, providing inclusive spaces for learning, social connection, and cultural exchange. These activities reduced loneliness and isolation, supported wellbeing and mental health through music-based relaxation, promoted social integration among participants from different backgrounds, and increased understanding of African cultural heritage. Participants showed increased confidence, stronger social relationships, and improved mood and connection. The company hosted six Experience Africa musical shows, reaching 1,082 individuals from African and Welsh communities. These events strengthened community cohesion, provided positive representation of African culture, increased participation in accessible cultural activities, and encouraged intercultural exchange through shared celebration and performance. The company operated an African shop selling culturally relevant products. This improved local access to African cultural goods, strengthened connections to heritage for diaspora communities, created a community focal point, and generated earned income that supported the sustainability of community activities. The company delivered seven recycling and upcycling workshops focused on practical waste reduction. These activities increased environmental awareness, developed practical skills, built participant confidence to adopt sustainable practices, and supported community engagement around shared environmental responsibility. Across its activities, the company engaged individuals experiencing isolation, local residents seeking connection, African diaspora communities, families, and people interested in culture, wellbeing, and sustainability. The company remains committed to inclusive and accessible community benefit.

Consultation with stakeholders

No consultation with stakeholders

Directors' remuneration

No remuneration was received

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
22 November 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Concise Davies
Status: Director