Ubuntu Courtyard is an independent publisher based in the UK. Our objective is to publish books for adults and children that nourish souls through diverse and refreshing narratives. Our storytelling journey began as a blogging website for inspirational and transformational content in 2018.
Published our debut children's novel: HILLTOP by Fortune Ma-one in September 2021. In November 2024, we published PRECIOUS IN HIS SIGHT by Catherine Andrews. In March 2025, we kick-started our PODCASTING journey via YouTube Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts, See our Podcast Page for more details. In August 2025, we are kickstarting a WELLNESS journey, focusing on restoration and thriving, even as we get older. Inspired by real-life events and conversations with other women who felt lost after experiencing perimenopause symptoms.
Did You Know?
Ubuntu is a Southern African philosophy which focuses on strengthening, healing and restoring an individual so that they can build thriving communities. Also known as Unhu in Shona, Ubuntu encourages togetherness for the actions of others significantly influence who we are and whom we become. That is where Ubuntu the term, 'I AM BECAUSE WE ARE' is coined from. Our philosophy is rooted in Africa, but our reach is global!
The Ubuntu Courtyard Experience
A Warm Welcome
Take a moment to pause from the busy-ness of life and enjoy nourishing food for the soul, heart and mind. Together, let us reflect so we may find ourselves again, discover who we indeed are and restore what we’ve lost. Let us celebrate, share and learn from each other’s remarkable stories of bravery and adventures, including scars sustained along the way!
Harmonious Story-telling
Enjoy engaging discussions from everyday people with one desire in common; finding their voices to strengthen and encourage one another. The more stories we share, the more we realise that we have so much in common despite our differences. Behind every ordinary being is an extraordinary story.
Thought-provoking Insight
Our quest for knowledge continues to help us discover the beauty of learning and embracing differences through global narratives that cross boundaries. Derive inspiration from ever-evolving cultures, daily interactions and everyday occurrences.
About Founder
Fortune Ma-one founded Ubuntu Courtyard to fulfil a dream to lead a company with a purpose to champion personal growth. She was raised through stories; her parents had a knack for describing events and explaining circumstances through storytelling. Known as a cheerleader amongst close friends, Fortune derives joy from seeing others thrive. Her personal journey and experiences have contributed to how she views the world:
Our differences make us whole, and they must be celebrated.
Fulfilled individuals build up thriving communities.
Great encounters are often found in the least likely, the weak and those who seem as if they've got nothing to give. It takes unconditional love to unlock the secret.
She holds a Bachelor's degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management from the University of Zimbabwe and a Masters in International Management, obtained from the University of Sheffield, UK. Fortune blossoms on a balanced diet of adventure, meaningful relationships, good books, music and laughter.