WHAT IS COMENSA
COACHES & MENTORS
OF SOUTH AFRICA
Coaches and Mentors of South Africa (COMENSA), a non-profit company and public benefit organisation established in 2006, continues to serve as the globally and SAQA recognised, self-regulatory, professional body for coaching and mentoring in South Africa. [NPC 2005/017895/08 and PBO 930062515].
We provide a platform for stakeholders to engage, educate, exchange, and evolve in pursuit of best practice. To achieve this we ensure the professional competence of coaches and mentors and support their ongoing evolution through the promotion of ethical behaviour and continued education, and networking opportunities within our coaching and mentoring community.
WHAT IS COMENSA
COACHES & MENTORS OF SOUTH AFRICA
Coaches and Mentors of South Africa (COMENSA), a non-profit company and public benefit organisation established in 2006, continues to serve as the globally and SAQA recognised.
THE BOARD OF COMENSA
ABOUT COMENSA
COMENSA is led by a volunteer group of our members, all of whom are coaching or mentoring professionals. The portfolio chairs constitute our board.
Mohau Mphomela
Mohau Mphomela is the founder of Lead Africa Coaching (PTY) LTD, and a Credentialed Senior Coach with Coaches and Mentors of South Africa (COMENSA). He is currently the chairperson of the COMENSA Gauteng Chapter Committee and a member of the COMENSA Coaching Supervision Portfolio Committee and he is a Coaching Supervisor. Mohau is also a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and have been practicing as a coach for the past 11 years. His business career spans over 3 decades of Senior Management and Executive position of some of the top listed JSE Companies such as Foschini Group, JD Group, MTN, Liberty Properties, Rand Merchant Bank Properties and Emira Listed Property Fund etc. He has held several Chairmanship of both Private and Public sector companies and organisations in South Africa such as Mintek, National Arts Council of South Africa, Building and Construction Industry Medical Aid, Mpumalanga Economic Advisory Council etc. In addition, he is a Member of The Institute of Directors (IOD) in Southern Africa. He is currently pursuing his studies for Chartered Director CD(SA). An avid long-distance marathon runner who participates in some of the best marathons in the world such as the New York City Marathon, London Marathon, Paris Marathon, Comrades Marathon, and Cape Town Two Oceans Marathons in South Africa etc. Finishing every race has led to him acquiring powerful skills such as persistence, consistency, resilience, self-discipline which help him through his coaching career.
Mpho Modisaesi
Mpho Modisaesi is the outgoing COMENSA Deputy Chairperson of the Gauteng Chapter. She is currently the Board Chairperson of The EARTH Centre NPC (non-profit company) and recently appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director on the Board of North-West University Enterprises (Pty) Ltd as well as the Chairman of the Enterprises’ REMCO & HR (REMCO) Committee. With over 20 years on various companies’ Boards, for organisations the likes of Hewlett-Packard (HP), Drake and Sull, Consulta, Digi-Litho, together with Chairing some of these organisations and others’ Board Remuneration Committees (REMCO) as well as Social and Ethics Committees (SEC), Mpho is also a Business Associate for the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) - Member Status Recognition of Master HR Practitioner (MHRP), within the Human Capital space of more than 30 years. She is a Facilitator for the SABPP’s Training Courses and also previously served on SABPP’s National Mentorship and Coaching Committee for seven (7) years, her last year being in the role of 2nd Vice-Chairman. The MOU with COMENSA took place during this time. She is a Leadership and Executive Coach, as well as Talent and Life Coach. A Recent Past Member of the Institute of Directors for Southern Africa (I.O.D) and Current Member of TheBoardroom Africa (TBrA), she is also an Independent Consultant. Mpho’s consulting company … Mpho Ya Kutloano (Pty) Ltd (‘MYK’) – “Gift of Harmony” is a vehicle that she uses to deliver Strategic Human Capital Interventions as short-term projects or Interim Assignments, together with Coaching and Facilitation services.
Neel Kamal Naipal
Neel Naipal is a highly skilled and qualified management professional with broad experience across leadership, financial control, business management, customer relationship management, sales, marketing, and project management. He holds an MBA amongst other qualifications, and is a Certified Director® with the Institute of Directors South Africa. With strong liaison and negotiation abilities, Neel excels in collaborating with stakeholders from diverse professional, technical, and cultural backgrounds. His advanced business acumen, combined with solid qualifications, enables him to effectively understand and implement efficient processes, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
Sean Fenn
As a Director of COMENSA and Chairperson of the MCSC Committee, Sean Fenn brings a wealth of business expertise and strategic insight to the board. He is an accomplished business leader and executive coach with extensive experience in leadership development, strategic planning, and occupational training. With a career spanning multiple industries, Sean has developed a strong foundation in designing and implementing growth strategies that foster operational excellence and team collaboration. He holds advanced qualifications in Education, People and Business management and an executive coaching qualification, providing him with a deep pool of knowledge and experience enabling him to guide leaders in aligning their teams with organizational goals and driving meaningful change.
Joyce Baloyi
Joyce Baloyi is a Transition Coach, Psychometrist and Lecturer She specialises in human resources, leadership development, change management, team building, training and development and coaching. She has relevant experience from various organisations such as the University of South Africa, Business Partners, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, and Lehlogonolo HR Consulting.
Theresa Vivian Moila
Theresa Vivian Moila is a qualified Social Worker with an MBA. She has over 20 years experience in Senior Management positions. She has done coaching and mentorship for more than 15 years. She is the current Chairperson of the new established Audit, Risk and Finance (ARF) Committee.
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Gerard Mofolo
As a Director and Chairperson of Social and Ethics Committee (SEC), Gerard brings strategy development, oversight experience and passion for people development to the Board. He has served in several boards in public institutions. He joined COMENSA in 2015. He is a founder and Managing Director of IGGLE Consulting and Coaching founded in 2012. Prior to coaching and consulting experience, Gerard spent 13 years in corporate leadership roles in public and private entities. He has 9 years business coaching experience. His advanced qualifications include MBA degree. He has developed and delivered strategic and transformational initiatives for businesses. His passion is to contribute in developing and implementing sustainable organisational programmes including developing young professionals future leadership roles.
CHAPTER CHAIRS
Peter Manyaka
| Peter Manyaka | Chair | GPChair@comensa.org.za | |
| Motshidisi Letloenyana | Acting Deputy Chair | GPdeputychair@comensa.org.za | |
| Lunga Botha | Chapter Secretary | gpsecretary@comensa.org.za | |
| Sedi Manthoko | Membership Secretary | gpmembership@comensa.org.za | |
| Puseletso Modimogale | Marketing | GPmarketing@comensa.org.za | |
| Gabi Gumbi Masalesa | Events Portfolio |
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Alison Coates
| Alison Coates | Chair | kznchair@COMENSA.org.za |
| Rajeshree Dessai | Deputy Chair | kzndeputychair@comensa.org.za |
Paul Finnigan
| Paul Finnigan | Chair | wcchair@comensa.org.za |
| Merlinda Abrahams | Deputy Chair | wcdeputychair@comensa.org.za |
| Yolanda Classen | Secretary | wcsecretary@comensa.org.za |
Reuben Rammbuda
| Reuben Rammbuda | Chair | lpchair@comensa.org.za |
| Mia De Bruyn | Secretary | lp@comensa.org.za |
Gerard Mofolo (Committee Deputy Chair) – gerard@iggleconsulting.com
Sean Fenn (Chair) – mcsc@comensa.org.za
Andre Retief (Deputy Chair) – mcscdeputy@comensa.org.za
Phil Ridgewell (Team Member) – ridgwellphilip@gmail.com
Dr. Bill Price (Team Member) – bill.price@me.com
Gizelle McIntyre (Team Member) – gizelle.mcintyre@gmail.com
Nobuntu Tintelo (Team Member) – nobuntulo.tintelo@icloud.com
Joanne Searle (Chair) – jo@sacoachingcentre.co.za
Dominique Nass (Secretary) – dnass@workandplay.co.za
Gorette Doria (Team Member) – gorette@thepdi.co.za
Mohau Mphomela (Team Member) – mmphomela@gmail.com
Belinda Davies (Team Member) – belinda@leadershipsolutions.co.za
Joyce Baloyi (Chair) – research@comensa.org.za
Dr Marisa Leask (Team Member) – marisa.leask@gmail.com
Zonke Cebekhulu (Team Member) – yombusoc@gmail.com
Matjatji Mothopo (Team Member) – matjatjimothapo@gmail.com
Steph Dawson-Cosser (Deputy-Chair): steph@stephdawsoncosser.com
David Davis (Secretary): pcc@comensa.org.za
Janice Hanly: coach@janicehanly.co.za
Gerry Nel: gerry@gerrynelcoaching.co.za
Ilana Steyn: ilana@companypartners.co.za
Pearl Tshabalala: pearlly.mashabane@gmail.com
Perpetua Malianga: pepmuz@gmail.com
Theresa Elvin Moila (Chair) – arf@comensa.org.za
Jacques van Heerden (Member) – jacques@mufasacoaching.com
Nivi Singh-Kassiram (Member) – hello@nivibusinesscoach.com
Kgadi Maswanganye (Secretary) – maswanganyek@gmail.com
Maishibe Johanna Mabelebele (Member) – mashibej@yahoo.com
Merlinda Abrahams (Secretary) merlinda@chameleonskills.com
Andre Retief – mcsc@comensa.org.za
Raynold Zondo – rzondo@gmail.com
Lesego Mothowamodimo – lesego@mothowamodimo.co.za
Tsietsi Telite – Tsietsi@coach3sixty.co.za
Khanysile Sibeko – sibekokhanyisile1@gmail.com
Cathy Ramokgopa – lpsecretary@comensa.org.za
Lloyd Poelman (Chair) – it@comensa.org.za
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Gerard Mofolo (Committee Deputy Chair) – gerard@iggleconsulting.com
Sean Fenn (Chair) – mcsc@comensa.org.za
Andre Retief (Deputy Chair) – deputymcsc@comensa.org.za
Phil Ridgewell (Team Member) – ridgwellphilip@gmail.com
Dr. Bill Price (Team Member) – bill.price@me.com
Gizelle McIntyre (Team Member) – gizelle.mcintyre@gmail.com
Nobuntu Tintelo (Team Member) – nobuntulo.tintelo@icloud.com
Joanne Searle (Chair) – jo@sacoachingcentre.co.za
Dominique Nass (Secretary) – dnass@workandplay.co.za
Gorette Doria (Team Member) – gorette@thepdi.co.za
Mohau Mphomela (Team Member) – mmphomela@gmail.com
Belinda Davies (Team Member) – belinda@leadershipsolutions.co.za
Joyce Baloyi (Chair) – research@comensa.org.za
Dr Marisa Leask (Team Member) – marisa.leask@gmail.com
Zonke Cebekhulu (Team Member) – yombusoc@gmail.com
Matjatji Mothopo (Team Member) – matjatjimothapo@gmail.com
Steph Dawson-Cosser (Deputy-Chair): steph@stephdawsoncosser.com
David Davis (Secretary): pcc@comensa.org.za
Janice Hanly: coach@janicehanly.co.za
Gerry Nel: gerry@gerrynelcoaching.co.za
Ilana Steyn: ilana@companypartners.co.za
Pearl Tshabalala: pearlly.mashabane@gmail.com
Perpetua Malianga: pepmuz@gmail.com
Theresa Elvin Moila (Chair) – arf@comensa.org.za
Jacques van Heerden (Member) – jacques@mufasacoaching.com
Nivi Singh-Kassiram (Member) – hello@nivibusinesscoach.com
Kgadi Maswanganye (Secretary) – maswanganyek@gmail.com
Maishibe Johanna Mabelebele (Member) – mashibej@yahoo.com
Merlinda Abrahams (Secretary) merlinda@chameleonskills.com
Andre Retief – mcsc@comensa.org.za
Raynold Zondo – rzondo@gmail.com
Lesego Mothowamodimo – lesego@mothowamodimo.co.za
Tsietsi Telite – Tsietsi@coach3sixty.co.za
Khanysile Sibeko – sibekokhanyisile1@gmail.com
Cathy Ramokgopa – lpsecretary@comensa.org.za
Lloyd Poleman (Chair) – it@comensa.org.za
POLICIES
COMENSA’s policies serve as guidelines to
inform our and your decisions, and to
produce rational outcomes.
Below is a list of policies for which documents are provided. In addition you will be able to find important documents such as the minutes of our Annual General Meeting.
Policies
Governing Documents
- COMENSA Provincial Chapter Constitution
- COMENSA Pledge
- Behavioural Standards Framework for Coaching
- Behavioural Standards Framework for Mentoring
- COMENSA Bylaws
- COMENSA Code of Ethics and Conduct
- COMENSA MOI Memorandum of Incorporation
- Complaints Form – you have the right to lodge a complaint about a Coach, Mentor, Supervisor, Company, Office bearer or Staff member.
- COMENSA Price List 2025
RESEARCH
A wise man once said: “Research is to see what everybody else has seen, and to think what
nobody else has thought.” – Albert Szent-Gyorgyi
If we are not developing our ways of working, we will not be able to serve our clients who are constantly growing and changing. The purpose of COMENSA’s Research Portfolio Committee is to stimulate and encourage research among our coaches and mentors as well as students emerging in the field.
The body of knowledge in evidence-based coaching and mentoring practice is growing rapidly and it is important that members stay abreast with developments in the industry.
There are two approaches to research in this profession, namely academic research and practice-based research. Both of these approaches play a pivotal role in the growth and development of coaches and mentors, and members are encouraged to have a balanced view of both the practice or industry trends as well as the theoretical underpinnings.
We support student researchers by linking them to thought leaders in the field and guiding them to sources of information that will aid their academic research journey.
We have exciting plans to provide more specific research insights on this website. If, in the interim, you require any specific assistance, please send us an email.
Members are able to access our extensive Research Library including:
- Research relating to coaching and mentoring
- Useful links to research resources
- A showcase of research projects published by COMENSA members
If we are not developing our ways of working, we will not be able to serve our clients who are constantly growing and changing. The purpose of COMENSA’s Research Portfolio Committee is to stimulate and encourage research among our coaches and mentors as well as students emerging in the field.
The body of knowledge in evidence-based coaching and mentoring practice is growing rapidly and it is important that members stay abreast with developments in the industry.
There are two approaches to research in this profession, namely academic research and practice-based research. Both of these approaches play a pivotal role in the growth and development of coaches and mentors, and members are encouraged to have a balanced view of both the practice or industry trends as well as the theoretical underpinnings.
We support student researchers by linking them to thought leaders in the field and guiding them to sources of information that will aid their academic research journey.
We have exciting plans to provide more specific research insights on this website. If, in the interim, you require any specific assistance, please send us an email.
Members are able to access our extensive Research Library including:
– Research relating to coaching and mentoring
– Useful links to research resources
– A showcase of research project published by COMENSA members
AFFILIATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS & COLLABORATIONS
South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
South African Board for People Practices (SABPP)
SIOPSA Society for Industrial and Organisational Psychology (SIOPSA)
Professional Bodies against Racism in Coaching
Joint Global Statement Group (JGSG)
CoachHub
Global Code of Ethics (GCoE)
National Mentorship Movement (NMM)
AFFILIATIONS,
ASSOCIATIONS &
COLLABORATIONS
COMENSA is proud
to have the following affiliations, associations and collaborations.
South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
South African Board for People Practices (SABPP)
SIOPSA Society for Industrial and Organisational Psychology (SIOPSA)
Professional Bodies against Racism in Coaching
Joint Global Statement Group (JGSG)
CoachHub
Global Code of Ethics (GCoE)
National Mentorship Movement (NMM)
