Reclaiming Our Future, Together!
Ubuntu In Practice
A community-owned framework for village development, innovation, and digital sovereignty rooted in Ubuntu principles.
The ULL Model in 60 Seconds
Our framework is built on four pillars of reclamation that transform communities from within.
Ubuntu Based Land Optimisation
Transforming neglected community assets into vibrant hubs of activity and innovation.
Resources Utilisation for the Benefit Of All
Building community-owned enterprises that circulate wealth locally and create sustainable livelihoods.
Redefining Collective Time Use
Honoring indigenous rhythms and creating technologies that serve people, not extract their attention.
Fostering Community-Led Development
Strengthening social bonds and collective agency through shared purpose and mutual support.
Next in Our Rollout Plan
Expanding our community-led development model across Richmond
Nhlazuka
Planning PhaseNext location for ULL expansion, building on lessons from Phatheni with tailored community initiatives and local enterprise development.
Smozomeni
Future SiteFuture ULL site focusing on community-specific needs, digital access expansion, and sustainable local enterprise development.
"The Ubuntu Living Lab represents a return to self-determination."
"It's about our communities reclaiming the right to define development on our own terms, guided by Ubuntu principles that have sustained us for generations."