The 100% African dating app

Meet someone who shares your roots.

Meet Africans looking for the same kind of relationship as you. For free.

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4.5★ on Google Play · 1M+ downloads

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Ndolo search

No more swiping into the void.

Ndolo connects you with profiles who share your origins, culture, customs, local dishes and mother tongue.

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Post your adIntroduce yourself and describe your ideal partner.

We handle the restOur algorithm recommends your profile to the community members who best match your criteria.

Up to 10 profilesYou’re connected with up to 10 profiles. Your move!

Your Ndolo picks screen of the Heyama app

Post your ad

Introduce yourself and describe your ideal partner.

We handle the rest

Our algorithm recommends your profile to the community members who best match your criteria.

Up to 10 profiles

You’re connected with up to 10 profiles. Your move!

New · Live events

Speed dating, live.

Join an event, go through timed one-on-ones and vote at the end of each round. If it’s mutual, it’s a match.

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Timed roundsOne date at a time. When the clock stops, you vote.

Blind modeAliases and avatars: conversation first, photos later.

Focus modeDuring the event, notifications go quiet.

Intentions

The same kind of relationship as you.

Filter profiles by intention, right in the app.

Marriage

Build a family, on solid ground.

Friendship

Grow your circle, in Africa and across the diaspora.

Fun

Easy-going dates, no pressure.

Sex

Between consenting adults, no pretending.

Verified profile

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Safety

Real profiles. Real connections.

Verified photosPhotos are checked automatically. Verified profiles carry a badge.

Easy reportingSomething feels off? Report it to the support team.

Relationship coachesExclusive advice to help your relationship grow.

Privacy firstOptions to use Heyama discreetly.

Safety tips

The app

All of Heyama, in your pocket.

MeetProfiles that get you, one swipe away.

Ndolo match screen of the Heyama app — Ndolo matchSee everything you have in common.

Chat screen of the Heyama app — ChatsMessages and voice notes.

Swipe to explore

What people say

4.5

43.7K reviews on Google Play

“For an African app, this is incredible. I found what I was looking for thanks to Heyama. Thanks to the team”

Franz T.App Store review

FAQ

Full FAQ →

What is Heyama?

Heyama is a dating app that connects people based on their interests, values and compatibility, to meet new people and find love.

Is Heyama free?

Yes. The Heyama app is completely free for all users, wherever they are.

How do I sign up?

Download the app from the App Store or Google Play, create your account with your name, age and gender, then complete your profile with photos and a short bio.

Are profiles verified?

Heyama automatically checks user photos, and verified profiles show a badge. Stay alert and report anything suspicious.

Is Heyama available in my country?

Availability can vary by country. Check the App Store or Google Play from your phone.