Build Africa state that they "believe in the power of education to help end poverty", and work to ensure vulnerable children in Africa get the right infrastructure, teaching and family support so they can get the most from their time at school and go on to lead productive, healthy and happy lives.

At the same time as becoming an independent organisation, ICR moved away from aid relief, choosing instead to focus on long-term development operating specifically East Africa.

Build Africa partners with remote and rural communities where children are leaving school without vital basic skills.

Their approach then aims to help parents and teachers to create sustainable, effective schools and to nurture their children's learning.

Build Africa has a number of patrons who support the charity's work, including: Clive Myrie, Tamzin Merchant, Shiulie Ghosh and Mark Florman.