ABOUT UCM
Building a Future Rooted in Ubuntu
UNDERSTANDING UCM
A New Approach to Building Our Future
The Ubuntu Civilisation Model (UCM) is a framework for rethinking how people, communities and institutions can work together to create a more prosperous, capable and connected society.
At the heart of UCM is the principle of Ubuntu — the understanding that our wellbeing is connected to the wellbeing of others. UCM explores how this principle can move beyond philosophy and become a practical foundation for community development, economic participation, human development and collective action.
OUR APPROACH
Building a Future Where Africa’s People Create Shared Prosperity
Approach 1
Building a society where people, communities and institutions work together to create shared prosperity.
The Ubuntu Civilisation Model takes a people-centred approach to development. We believe lasting progress comes from strengthening communities, developing human potential, building productive institutions and creating systems that allow people to contribute, collaborate and prosper together.
Approach 2
Turning shared vision into practical action.
UCM focuses on translating ideas into practical frameworks, initiatives and opportunities that communities and institutions can use to create meaningful economic and social progress. Our approach encourages collaboration, local participation and solutions designed to produce lasting results.
Together, We Can Build the Future We Want to See.
Join a growing community of people, organisations and institutions committed to building a more prosperous, inclusive and self-sustaining Africa.