The Kwame Nkrumah Trust

MISSION

To advance the education of the public in the life, works, and values of Kwame Nkrumah, Pan-African studies, and the promotion of African renaissance, by funding scholarships, research, publications, exchange programmes, literacy initiatives, and other educational activities, all on a charitable basis.

In essence: The Trust fulfils its vision by:

Educating the public about Nkrumah’s contributions and Pan-African ideals.

Supporting students, scholars, and institutions through bursaries, academic chairs, and research funding.

Publishing and disseminating educational materials, journals, and digital content.

Organising conferences, seminars, and workshops for dialogue and debate.

Promoting literacy and basic educational facilities in poorer communities.

Grant-making to other organisations whose purposes align with its own.

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Principal Objective

To advance public education in Kwame Nkrumah’s legacy and Pan-African ideals, primarily through grant-making, scholarships, research, and publications, all on a charitable basis.

Objectives

To advance the education of the public in the life, works, values, principles, and policies of Kwame Nkrumah, including his contributions to African liberation, unity, identity, and the economic and social reconstruction of Africa.

To do all such other lawful things as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objects.

All activities are undertaken on a charitable basis.

PURPOSE

The Trust is established for the public benefit, and its objects shall be the advancement of education, particularly (but not exclusively) in relation to:

(1) The life, works, values, principles, and policies of Kwame Nkrumah, including his contributions to African liberation, unity, identity, and the economic and social reconstruction of Africa.

(2) Pan-African studies and history, including the study of African and Diaspora contributions to history, economics, science, literature, culture, and politics.

(3) The promotion of African renaissance, African unity, and the historical and cultural heritage of Africa and its peoples worldwide.

In furtherance of these objects, the Trust may (without limitation):

a) Award bursaries, scholarships, and grants to students in secondary and tertiary institutions, researchers, and scholars.

b) Fund or establish academic chairs, lectureships, and fellowships in tertiary institutions.

c) Organise, fund, or participate in exchange programmes, conferences, seminars, symposia, and workshops for educational and research purposes.

d) Publish, produce, and disseminate journals, books, policy papers, educational materials, and digital content.

e) Establish and maintain resource centres, archives, and libraries comprising speeches, films, documents, and other educational materials.

f) Support literacy programmes and basic educational facilities in poorer communities, particularly in rural Africa.

g) Create and maintain websites and digital platforms for educational outreach and public awareness.

h) Make grants, donations, or other payments to any charity, foundation, institution, or organisation (whether in the United Kingdom or elsewhere) whose purposes are consistent with the objects of the Trust.

i) Do all such other lawful things as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objects.

VISION

A world in which the principles of African liberation, unity, and renaissance are realised, and where the historical and cultural heritage of Africa and its peoples worldwide is preserved, celebrated, and advanced for the benefit of present and future generations.

In essence: The Trust envisions a world where the ideals of Kwame Nkrumah—social justice, human dignity, freedom, and development—are fully realised, and where Africa and its Diaspora take their rightful place in global history, culture, and progress.

Core Values of The Kwame Nkrumah Trust (KNT)
Education – The advancement of education is the foundational purpose of the Trust, covering Nkrumah’s works, Pan-African studies, and African renaissance.

Pan-Africanism – The Trust is explicitly dedicated to Pan-African studies and the historical and cultural heritage of Africa and its peoples worldwide, including the Diaspora.

Social Justice – The Trust promotes Nkrumah’s principles of social justice, reflected in its focus on literacy programmes and basic educational facilities for poorer communities, particularly in rural Africa.

Human Dignity – By supporting education, research, and literacy, the Trust affirms the inherent worth and potential of every individual, especially those in underserved communities.

Freedom – The Trust advances Nkrumah’s contributions to African liberation and independence, reflecting a commitment to freedom from oppression and colonialism.

Unity – The Trust promotes African unity and the creation of community between African peoples and the Diaspora.

Preservation of Heritage – The Trust values the preservation, enrichment, and perpetuation of Africa’s historical and cultural heritage, including through resource centres and archives.

Scholarly Excellence – The Trust supports academic chairs, fellowships, research, and publications, reflecting a commitment to intellectual rigour and the production of high-quality knowledge.

International Partnership – The Trust can make grants to organisations in the UK or elsewhere, reflecting a global outlook and a willingness to partner with others who share its purposes.

Philanthropy – All activities are undertaken on a charitable basis, and the Trust has a clear grant-making power, demonstrating a commitment to giving and public benefit.

Practice – The Trust is not merely theoretical; its powers include organising events, publishing materials, supporting literacy, and funding projects, showing a commitment to tangible impact.