About Us

School children in Ethiopia having an IT class

Computer Aid International exists to tackle the causes and effects of poverty through practical ICT solutions. We work with not-for-profit organisations in developing countries to provide equipment and support where it is most needed by poor communities in areas such as agriculture, health and education.

Computer Aid International is the world's largest and most experienced provider of high-quality, professionally refurbished PCs to developing countries and works with partners to deliver training and technical support to end-recipients. 

VISION

 A world where rich and poor have equal access to ICT

MISSION

 To reduce poverty through practical ICT solutions

 PRINCIPLES AND VALUES

 To empower poor and disadvantaged communities

 To focus on long-term sustainable development in the poorest countries of the world

 To work in partnership with other organisations

 To provide affordable and environmentally sustainable ICT solutions

In the UK our work is supported by businesses, the public sector,individuals and private donors.

We have many worthwhile projects requiring support and there are many ways that a gift of your or your company's time or money can make a big difference in the countries where we work. Click here for more information on how you, your friends or the company you work for can get involved.

We provide a professional and secure decommissioning service for used IT equipment to anyone from individuals with one monitor to donate right through to FTSE listed companies with many thousands of machines. We guarantee that none of your equipment will go to landfill and that all equipment that meets our specifications will be put into sustainable reuse where it is needed most. For more information on donating your PCs please click here .

We have sent PCs to over 100 developing countries. As well as supplying computers, we develop partnerships with local organisations who can use their local knowledge and capacity to provide training and technical support to end-recipients - ensuring the immediate, productive and sustainable use of the equipment.

We can supply any number of high-specification PCs to any non-profit or educational organisation. For full terms and conditions on how to apply, please click here .