Dúdú Heritage CIC

  • Celebrating Culture • Strengthening Community • Creating Change

Dúdú Heritage CIC is a Newport-based community organization celebrating African heritage, empowering families, and building meaningful connections across the wider Welsh society.

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OUR MISSION

To celebrate, preserve, and elevate African heritage in Wales while supporting diverse ethnic minority communities through safe, inclusive, and culturally affirming spaces where individuals and families can connect, grow, and thrive holistically 

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Our Services

The 6 Pillars of Impact

These are the key pillars that make up the activities of our organization

Community Network & Entertainment

South Wales African Vibes series (SWAV) which is a cultural project under Dúdú heritage for community, connection and positive change.

We create spaces to celebrate, connect and have fun through cultural events, music, food and shared experiences that remind us of home. Dúdú heritage is here to make sure our community feels seen, supported and proud. This is our way of making Newport feel even more like home for all of us. 

Health & Well-being

A project under Dúdú heritage for awareness, access and healthier living. Helping African families access better healthcare, understand preventive health and get the support they need especially around mental health and maternal and reproductive care.

Leadership & Business  

A project under Dúdú heritage for empowerment,  entrepreneurship and sustainable growth. Whether its starting a business, finding a job or learning how to manage money, we are here to help people grow and succeed. 

Finance & Enterprise

A project under Dúdú heritage for financial literacy, innovation and wealth creation.

Raising Generations: Child & Youth Support

A project under Dúdú heritage for learning, creativity and future opportunities. We want to support African children and parents with Mentorship, school advocacy and programs that keep our languages and culture alive

Arts & Heritage

A project under Dúdú heritage for cultural pride, history, talent hunt, storytelling and creative expression

Meet Our Leadership Team

Learn More About Our Dedicated Leaders who drive Our Mission

Dr. Olugbenga Runsewe

Founder, Dudu Heritage (Wales)

Dr. Olugbenga Runsewe is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with nearly two decades of training and practice in women’s and reproductive health. He graduated from Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria, and completed his postgraduate specialist training at Lagos Island Maternity Hospital and Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, where he earned the Fellowship of the West African College of Surgeons (FWACS).
He is the Founder of Dudu Heritage Wales, a cultural organisation dedicated to supporting African and ethnic minority communities. Through this platform, he is passionate about creating inclusive spaces that celebrate African culture, reduce social isolation, promote wellbeing, and strengthen connections within the wider Welsh community.

Dr. Adebola Adeyemi

Director, Dudu Heritage

Adebola is a Director at Dudu Heritage, where he brings legal expertise, academic excellence, and a strong passion for heritage, culture, inclusion, and community development. He holds law degrees from Lagos State University, the University of Manchester, and Swansea University, and is dual-qualified to practise in Nigeria and in England and Wales. With experience in academia and legal practice across Nigeria and the UK, Adebola supports Dudu Heritage’s mission to celebrate African heritage, promote inclusion, and empower communities through leadership and representation.

Dr. Fehintola Runsewe

Volunteer Team Lead/Head of Programs

Dr. Fehintola Runsewe is a medical doctor and public health professional with nearly two decades of experience spanning clinical care, public health, and health policy. She currently works as a GP Registrar in the UK and has special interests in dermatology, lifestyle medicine, and mental health. After earning her MBBS from the University of Lagos in 2007 and completing her internship at Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), she went on to serve in several impactful medical and leadership roles in Nigeria, including at the Government House Clinic in Ado Ekiti and later with the Lagos State Health Service Commission, where she became Assistant Director of Medical Services. In addition to her healthcare career, she serves as Volunteer Team Lead and Head of Programs at Dudu Heritage CIC, where she helps shape and coordinate initiatives that promote culture, connection, enterprise, and community empowerment. She is also the Convener of South Wales African Vibes (SWAV), a Dudu Heritage initiative that celebrates African heritage and supports stronger community engagement across the diaspora. Her passion lies in empowering people, improving outcomes, and building stronger communities through both healthcare and cultural impact.

Get In Touch

Telephone: 07479258106

Email: info@dúdúheritage.com

Address: Newport, South Wales