
About Us
Mission
"To work with society in driving sustainable impact and transformative growth."
Values
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Diversity and Inclusiveness: We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive community, fostering collaboration across various sectors, and ensuring equal opportunities for all.
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Cooperative Economics: We emphasize equitable access to opportunities and strive to ensure that economic benefits are widely shared.
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Systems Thinking Approach: We believe sustainable and lasting change can be best achieved by considering the interconnectedness of systems, rather than isolated elements.
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One Love, One World: We focus on uniting people for a common purpose to overcome challenges and create a better world.
Corporate Information
Company Name: Bukelani Institute
Registered Name: Bukelani Development Institute
Trading Name: Bukelani Institute
Registration Number: 2019/095972/08
Year Established: 2019
President & Chief Executive Officer: Vincent Bukelani Zulu
Physical Address: 02 Ncondo Place, Umhlanga Ridge, 4320
Email: clients@bukelani.org
Contact Number: 083 534 7637
Website: www.bukelani.org
Focus: Arts, culture, and creative entrepreneurship
ArTour
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Nationwide arts and culture tour engaging learners and creatives
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Creative workshops and exhibitions in all nine provinces
CultureFest
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Annual festival showcasing music, dance, theatre, and visual arts
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Provides a platform for emerging creatives and cultural entrepreneurs
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Integrates workshops, competitions, and performances to enhance visibility and skills
Impact:
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Support for emerging creatives
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Growth of creative enterprises
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Increased cultural engagement and community participation
ArtTour & CultureFest
Focus: Social enterprise development and entrepreneurship
Target Constituents: Aspiring and existing social entrepreneurs, youth
Key Activities:
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Business planning and financial management workshops
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Design thinking and innovation sessions
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Mentorship and networking
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Pitching and enterprise showcase events
Impact:
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Creation of sustainable social enterprises
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Enhanced entrepreneurial and leadership skills
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Increased access to funding and market opportunities
Innovating 4 Impact
Focus: Maritime education, biodiversity, and coastal community empowerment
Target Constituents: Community members, maritime educators, local government, traditional authorities
Key Activities:
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Communities of practice for collaboration
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Accredited maritime and biodiversity training
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Coastal conservation and biodiversity initiatives
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Mentorship and enterprise support linked to oceans economy
Impact:
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Skilled and empowered coastal communities
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Improved coastal ecosystem management
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Enhanced sustainable livelihood opportunities
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Creation of local Oceans Champions
Oceans Champions
Bukelani School for Society offers transformative programmes designed to equip learners, entrepreneurs, and community members with practical skills, innovation capacity, and enterprise-building capabilities.
Skills & Enterprise Programmes:
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Social Enterprise Programmes
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Measuring & Communicating Impact Programme (10 weeks)
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Social Finance Programme (10 weeks)
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Agro-Ecology Programme (12 weeks)
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Bioprospecting, Biotrade & Essential Oils Programme (12 weeks)
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Oceans & Coasts Social Enterprise Programme (12 weeks)
School for Society
Focus: Community development, skills training, and sustainable livelihoods
Target Constituents: Community members, youth, women, local leaders
Key Activities:
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Vocational skills workshops (agriculture, trades, crafts)
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Community-led projects and cooperative initiatives
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Mentorship and networking
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Environmental and biodiversity awareness campaigns
Impact:
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Strengthened community engagement and social cohesion
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Enhanced livelihood opportunities
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Practical skills development for sustainable economic participation
Community Roots
Focus: Biodiversity, environmental stewardship, and agro-ecology
Target Constituents: High school learners, educators, community members
Key Activities:
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School and community gardens
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Invasive species management
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Biodiversity and environmental education workshops
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Community engagement and reflection
Impact:
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Improved environmental literacy
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Sustainable community and school gardens
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Development of eco-conscious leaders
Green Roots

Bukelani Institute
clients@bukelani.org
Tel. 083 534 7637
02 Ncondo Place, Umhlanga Ridge, 4320
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