Rooted in legacy.
Growing opportunity.
Umnombo Foundation is building a new online experience to better share the people, schools and communities behind our work.
umnombo.org.zaNew website launching soon
Umnombomeans lineage
Who we are
A legacy of change agents within our communities.
Founded by three African women with rural roots, Umnombo is a South African non-profit focused on sustainable interventions that support education, skills development and stronger communities.
Umnombo is a Xhosa word describing the lineage — the DNA link carried through generations.
A glimpse of our work
Impact already in motion.
While we prepare our new website, here are a few of the communities and initiatives that form part of the Umnombo story.
Adopt a School
Supporting rural and township schools through practical interventions, sanitary drives and infrastructure support.
Skills Development
Helping unemployed youth and graduates build skills that strengthen employability, self-employment and workplace mobility.
Sustainable Individuals
Building stronger communities by helping individuals become independent, capable and sustainable regardless of background.
Stay connected
The next chapter is taking shape.
Our full website will bring together our story, programmes, school partnerships, news, impact and ways to support our work.
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