Who We Are?
ABBA stands for Abelaphi Bendabuko Base Africa, an organization formed to empower traditional healers and protect the invaluable indigenous knowledge systems that have guided African health and spirituality for generations.
We function not only as healers, but also as mediators, counselors, and educators within our communities.
What We Do?
Advocacy & Protection
Research & Education
Training & Professionalization
Health & Social Impact
Property & Assets
ABBA may acquire, lease, or manage assets to support its mission. Surplus property may be donated to public benefit organizations with similar goals.
If you are a traditional healer, cultural advocate, or supporter of indigenous health practices, we invite you to be part of our movement. Together, we’ll protect our heritage and build a healthier future rooted in ancestral knowledge.
OUR BENEFITS
we pride ourselves
On being more than just a service provider—we’re your trusted partner in cultural preservation, community development, and African excellence. Our clients benefit from working with a team deeply rooted in African heritage and driven by purpose. We offer sustainable solutions, promote authentic African values, and deliver impactful results. Choosing ABBA means choosing a future where Africa leads with strength, pride, and innovation.
Our Governance
The ABBA Executive Committee
Our governance structure ensures ethical leadership and accountability. The committee includes:
Prof Bhedlindaba "VVO" ka Lu Phuzi Mkhize.(PhD)
Honorary Professor: African Healing, Philosophy, Spirituality, and Ancestorology - Affiliation: School of Religion, Philosophy, and Classics, University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) - Leadership Roles: - Founder/President: - Umsamo Institute - South African Healers Association - Board Member and Director: Chart-Umsamo (UKZN)
Makhosi Sbongile Magubane (Gogo Nkanyezi)
is a Compliance Desk Agent at the Bargaining Council for Civil Engineering Council. She has done Advance Labour Law. She has been practicing traditional healer (Sangoma) for 2 decades.
Dr DA Mkhwanazi
chair of ABBA
Chairperson of ABBA Herbalist &Deviner Doctoral Degree in African medicine. Naturophatic consultant . Member of RPL science and innovation
Dr SD Tshabalala
deputy chair of ABBA Herbalist, Doctoral Degree in theology UNISA. President of SATHM INSTITUTE. Director of phindela herbal products
Makhosi Bongile Kakayo
- Chairperson: Traditional Healers Organization in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) - Expertise: - Traditional birth attendants - Diviner tutor in African spirituality
Mr M CeLe
secretary of ABBA
- Herbalist since 1987, Managing Director of Vukuzenzele Traditional Healers Association NPC and Umkhumbi oNothile Foundation NPO.
Makhosi Mshanyelo Nkomo
board member
Dr Thandonjani Hlongwane
advisory member
Chairman of eThekwini traditional health practitioners Honoral doctorate degree in theology. Traditional birth attendants. Herbalist for over 60 years in practice.
