The elevation and empowerment of the most vulnerable and disenfranchised
Who Are We?
The Queen Madosini Foundation is a community-driven organization dedicated to transforming rural areas into vibrant hubs of opportunity, creativity, and empowerment. Rooted in the legacy and spirit of cultural pride, our mission is to uplift rural communities through sustainable, holistic initiatives that meet immediate needs while building toward long-term growth.
We work to create food security through farming initiatives that promote self-reliance and sustainable agriculture. We support women in rural areas by fostering local economic development and providing resources for entrepreneurship and skill-building. For children and youth, we emphasize the value of education and offer career guidance that includes exposure to opportunities in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Our foundation ensures that children have the tools they need to succeed by providing school uniforms, stationery, and sanitary products for young girls. We also promote creative expression through cultural entertainment initiatives that encourage young people to draw inspiration from their heritage and identity.
In response to the challenges facing rural communities, we provide platforms for open dialogue around critical issues such as gender-based violence, sexual abuse, teenage pregnancy, femicide, and HIV/AIDS. Our workshops and training programs in entrepreneurship, business, and leadership empower individuals to view their circumstances not as limitations, but as opportunities for innovation, growth, and transformation.
At the Queen Madosini Foundation, we believe that every community holds the power to shape its own future. Our work is about unlocking that potential—one community at a time.
Bringing children into a space to freely discuss issues faced by their communities
MEET THE QUEEN
Queen Tina Madosini Ndamase
Queen Tina Madosini Ndamase is the reigning monarch of AmaMpondo aseNyandeni Kingdom of Western Mpondoland in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, Libode. Deeply committed to uplifting her people, she founded the Queen Mados Foundation to empower the most vulnerable in her community. The foundation focuses on key areas such as education, economic development, healthcare, and cultural preservation, aiming to create sustainable, community-driven change and address social inequalities. Its initiatives are designed to provide people, especially those facing socio-economic challenges, with the tools and resources needed to improve their livelihoods and contribute meaningfully to society.
Under her visionary leadership, the AmaMpondo aseNyandeni Kingdom was honored with the Best Kingdom in Community Development award at the South African Traditional Leaders Awards (SATLA). Queen Ndamase also serves as the chairperson of the newly established South African Queens Council, a platform that brings together female traditional leaders to amplify their collective voice and influence in national development. Through this role, she continues to advocate for inclusive leadership, gender equity, and collaborative governance among traditional structures. Her unwavering dedication to her people and her bold vision for transformation make her a powerful force for positive change in South Africa and a respected figure in the realm of traditional leadership.