INAKO FOUNDATION, established on December 16, 2022, is under the leadership of
its founder and CEO, INAKO MATEZA, along with three co-founders, namely ZUKISWA
QINA-MATEZA, THANDEKILE MCAPHUKISO, and NONKOSAZANA NGCASANE.
This foundation exclusively welcomes individuals aged 8 to 25 years who have chosen
to maintain their virginity.
The primary mission of INAKO FOUNDATION is to impart knowledge of cultural values,
traditions, traditional dances, ubuntu, and sports to young girls and boys. It operates as
an educational program and, during the December holidays, hosts the Mr. and Miss
INAKO FOUNDATION pageant, which is rooted in tradition and aims to bolster
participants' self-confidence. Importantly, this event refrains from evaluating individuals
based on physical attributes, emphasizing the importance of embracing one's true self.
Furthermore, INAKO FOUNDATION ensures that its members undergo regular virginity
testing each term. This testing is administered by a certified virginity tester known as
"unomehlo," internationally recognized as ugogo uMajola, who possesses the requisite
qualifications and permissions.
According to the founder, INAKO FOUNDATION offers significant advantages to young
girls, as it provides a positive and engaging environment that fosters personal
development. By aligning with this organization, maintaining one's virginity, and
abstaining from sexual activity, individuals can reduce their risk of various health issues,
including sexually transmitted infections (STIs), HIV/AIDS, and teenage pregnancy. The
foundation acknowledges the diverse backgrounds of its members and seeks to prevent
situations where young girls are forced to discontinue their education due to pregnancy,
thus hindering their pursuit of dreams and aspirations.