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.
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
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
News & Upcoming Events
Catch up with our upcoming events here and don’t miss out on any of our past activity
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… Read more
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 …Read more
Dr. Fehintola Runsewe
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.…Read more