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Dance Is the
Medicine
the World Needs

Empowering communities and cancer survivors through the healing power of African dance.

Nomsa Manaka and Unathi Nkayi

About the Foundation

Movement That Heals.
Dance That Transforms.

The Nomsa Manaka Foundation is a non-profit built on the belief that dance is more than art — it is therapy, community, and hope. We use indigenous African movement to support cancer patients, empower youth, and celebrate culture.

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Upcoming Events

25July

Gala Lunch: The Art Of Survival….

Time: 12:30 for 13h00 - 5pm

3Oct

Hiking Out Of Cancer: Trail Of Hope….

Time: 7:00am

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
24Oct

3hr Dance Marathon Of Hope

Time: 10am - 1pm

Soweto Theatre
27Nov

Golfing Out Of Cancer: Swinging For Hope

Date: 27th November 2026

Venue TBC

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Partners & Sponsors

We are grateful to the organisations and individuals who believe in the power of dance to heal and transform communities.