UKAI NDAME is a Berlin-based DJ, producer, and cultural entrepreneur, born in Angola and raised in South Africa.
As Co-Founder of MAAYA Berlin, she plays a foundational role in shaping the vision and identity of the institution. In addition to her curatorial and programming work, UKAI is responsible for marketing and communications at MAAYA, ensuring the brand’s voice, outreach, and public image reflect its mission and values.
Her musical practice is deeply informed by her multicultural background, blending influences from African and Afro-Diasporic traditions with Berlin’s thriving electronic music scene.