Welcome to the New Academic Year at SADC University of African Medicine
Dear Students, Faculty, Staff, and Partners,
Welcome to the beginning of a new academic year—and what I truly believe will be the most exciting and impactful year yet for SADC University of African Medicine (SADC UAM), especially within our Faculty of Herbal Science.
We thank you for choosing to be part of this pioneering journey. Your preparation, dedication, and enthusiasm inspire us all. As we move forward together, I encourage each of you to work hard, take care of yourselves, and support one another throughout the year.
It fills me with great pride to witness the growth of our first campus—a physical symbol of our commitment to African Medicine and the preservation of our traditional healing knowledge. The energy of this new beginning is a reflection of the remarkable community we are building together.
We warmly welcome our new and returning students, our dedicated faculty, and the hard-working staff who ensure the smooth running of our university. Your collective efforts are deeply appreciated, and I have no doubt that we will make this year an outstanding success.
We are equally excited to continue our valued partnerships with VKG Ministries International Bible College, offering Theological and Religious Studies, and with Kruger National Park, which provides rich cultural and environmental collaboration opportunities.
A significant highlight in our journey has been receiving the Best Award for Transforming the Use of Traditional Medicine from EnetHealth PTY (LTD)—a testament to the meaningful impact of our work. SADC UAM stands proudly as the first and only university in the world offering accredited training and qualifications in African Medicine.
Our first permanent campus in Malamulele, Limpopo, South Africa, is nearing completion and will include the following key facilities:
Classrooms for full-time students
A medicinal nursery
A fully equipped laboratory
A clinic for practical training
Student residences
Through the determination and hard work of our students, faculty, staff, and extended community, we are bringing a shared dream to life. I am truly looking forward to the incredible year ahead—a year filled with learning, healing, and transformation.
Best wishes for a successful and inspiring academic year.
FORWARD
WITH
UNITY
Yours in Holistic Healing,
Professor M. Hlat
SADC University of African Medicine
Southern African Development Community University of African Medicine (SADC-UAM)
In Affiliation with V.K.G Ministries
The Southern African Development Community University of African Medicine (SADC-UAM) is a visionary institution founded under the auspices of the SADC Unified Ancestors Traditional Practitioners Association. This organization represents traditional health practitioners across the SADC region and was established in 2012 by Professor Mbaimbai Hlati, a pioneer in African traditional health.
Born in 1951 and currently residing in Polokwane, Professor Hlati graduated in 1982 and has dedicated over 40 years to the advancement of traditional African health. Through his tireless work, he has positioned himself as a key figure in promoting sustainable practices and trends in the sector.
SADC-UAM proudly stands as the first university of African medicine in history and is on the verge of its official launch. The institution has successfully undergone a quality audit and met all the necessary criteria set by the International Accreditation Organization, and is set to receive formal accreditation to confer qualifications.
The university site has been officially secured in Malamulele, Giyani (Limpopo Province, South Africa), and construction preparations are underway.
SADC-UAM will consist of the following academic colleges:
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College of Pseudoscientific Studies
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College of African Medicine
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College of Biblical Studies
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College of Religious Studies
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College of Theological Studies
This groundbreaking initiative will serve as a beacon of African heritage, healing, and higher learning — preserving traditional wisdom while shaping future generations of health practitioners.
African Association for Indigenous Spirituality
We are delighted to announce that the Southern African Development Community University of African Medicine (SADC-UAM) is now officially affiliated with the African Association for Indigenous Spirituality (AAIS).
This historic partnership marks a significant step forward in our shared mission to preserve, promote, and protect African traditional medicine and spirituality. By joining forces, both institutions reaffirm their commitment to the cultural integrity and sustainable advancement of African indigenous knowledge systems.
Together, we look forward to pioneering a future where African healing practices and spiritual wisdom are recognized, respected, and integrated into holistic wellness approaches. This collaboration is more than a partnership—it is a revolution in the making.
We are excited about the journey ahead and the powerful impact this alliance will bring to communities across the continent and beyond.
The SADC University of African Medicine has signed the MOA in collaboration with the University of Venda South Africa & the Federal University of Reconcavo of Bahia Brazil. The collaboration between these three universities will yield in numerous opportunities for mutual benefits, particular in the realms of Health Sciences, Indigenous Knowledge System, Agriculture & Traditional Medicine Healing.
Chief Professor Hlati
It is with great honor to announce that the CEO of the SADC university of African Medicine Professor S Hlati has been conferred with a Chief Professorship. It has been a though journey for the chief but still the hardship he saw the need to still change the lives of many.
Congratulations Chief Professor Hlati
2023 Graduation Ceremony
Congratulations to our new graduates we would like to wish you a greater bright future. It has been one long year for everyone who has graduated waiting on this very day, the 28th of February 2023 was indeed a day to remember as we also honored the CEO of the SADC University of African Medicine with a Chief professorship.
Honorary Award 2022 from the Enet Health Care
Congratulating the SADC UAM on being awarded for the hard work it has done for so many African Medicine doctors around the SADC, the SADC UAM has ensured that African Medicine Doctors are being reorganized and making sure that Traditional healer's flag is being put the map. It is with great pleasure to see that the SADC UAM's hard work and dedication to the world is being recognized and appreciated, we would like to thank the Enet Health care for the award.
Kruger National Park
We have come a long to make a change, and we have come a long way to put this dream to life. It has never been an easy journey from the where we began until now. We will forever ensure that the home of African Medicine doctors become a reality not only for the current generation but for generations to come.
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The University of the Western Cape
Dr Xuesheng Ma, from the Faculty of School of Natural Science (Chinese Medicine)at University of Western Cape
Putting the first brick of the SADC UAM building
This has been a wonderful moment for the SADC UAM family, as the first bricks were put by the brain masters of the institution( Pro Hlati, Prof Mohami, Pro Lekhuleni). The journey has began which is a journey to a bright better future for all our African medicine doctors.
Lesotho our new home.
The SADC University Of Africa Medicine has gained a new home in the Basotho kingdom in Lesotho. The SADC UAM proves again that it is a home of each and every healer who yearns to make a change i this world of African Medicine doctors.
From the SADC UAM Family to the greatest lands of Lesotho
" WE WELCOME YOU HOME"
Building The SADC UAM
The building carries on as there is no time nor space to rest, which is brings join to the so many families in Giyani as jobs have been created for so may people. This is all the SADC UAM aims to do not only just build the worlds greatest success but to also benefit the SADC at large. We welcome all those who share the same vision as us to come hold hands and join the circle.
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PROFESSOR LEKHULENI & PROFESSOR MOHAMI
Congratulating professor Lekhuleni and Mohami's Professorship , "it has been challenging but worth it" they said. Through all the life tackles and their busy lives but nothing ever became a barrier between them and their success.
A fruitful beginning
A fresh start to a new happy year full of dreams that need to be achieved, and that is what SADC UAM is currently doing we are ready for new ideas which will be opening brighter doors for our future generation, we are proud to pronounce that we are now in partnership with Professor Arch Bishop TG Myeza, president of V.K.G Ministries.
Legends
Great minds think alike and when they intertwine gold and diamonds are results, we are highly honored to have met legends with so much courage and passion like these Doctors. The SADC UAM appreciates the efforts and hard work you put to make the home of all African Doctors a welcoming and fruitful experience for thousands.
Without you the SADC UAM is never complete !!
Young Doctors
Young doctors who also saw the vitality of showing other young doctors the importance of having a practice number and showing our future young healers that, there is life after initiation.
Forward With Unity
Dr William Mabasa being honored for preserving and protecting Indigenous plants and animals at Kruger National Park.Dr Baloyi, Tsonga Music. Christopher Mkhonto aka General Muzka International artist.
HISTORY HAS BEEN MADE YET AGAIN!!
THE SADC University Of African Medicine has yet again made history with its second graduation ceremony on the 17th of April. The first of its own university in the whole of the SADC Region, the university of African Medicine was awarding its second 2021 students for the hard work and determination they have put during their learning process. CONGRADULATING ALL STDENTS!!.
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The First Graduation Ceremony..
History was made on the 4th of March 2021, where tears of joy and smiles were shared. This was the beginning of a
brighter future, which will feed generations to generations after we have left the land of the living.
The SADC University Of African Medicine held its first graduation ceremony where Professors and Doctors were homered for their dedication and the hard work they put in the world. This wasn't just only about the celebration of our graduates but also the awakening of a brighter Africa, a home where all our SADC Region could find comfort in the work they do. The SADC UAM was making room of opportunities and success for all its students all over the SADC Region.
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For all those who have missed out on the graduations https://youtu.be/7P4xNv1JPaY
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Accreditations
In Partnership
