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Mokgadi Princelia Semenya is an admitted Advocate of the High Court of South Africa and an accredited Mediator affiliated to Mediation Pan African. She is the founder and sole Director of MMP Consulting, a company that offers bespoke technical and specialist consulting, mediation and training services to commercial enterprises, communal property associations and Land reform entities and has rendered solid consulting services to various emerging black owned and managed land reform entities to ensure compliance with the various legislation that governs such entities. She is a panel member of Land Rights Management Facility (LRMF) of the Department of Land Reform and Rural Development providing mediation /conciliation to parties in terms of Extension of Security of Tenure Act, Labour Tenants Act, Restitution of Land Rights Act and Communal Property Association Act. She served her Practical Vocational Training at Malele Attorneys Incorporated as a Candidate Attorney. She handled commercial and general litigation files, she appeared in the Magistrate Court on various civil matters including criminal matters, and she also appeared in tribunals such as Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA), various bargaining councils and represented clients at disciplinary hearings on labour matters. She is a former employee of the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform. She has 5 years’ experience in mediating disputes between landholders and farm dwellers, communities whose rights are affected by the mining operations, traditional authorities and communities residing on the communal properties, particularly regarding evictions, tenure security and land claims. She developed interest in alternative dispute resolution during her tenure in the Department while engaging with various stakeholders.

Debbie Chetty is an admitted attorney and accredited mediator specialising in family, civil, and commercial disputes. She has completed specialised training in RAF and medical negligence mediation through AFSA, equipping her to effectively manage complex, high-value claims. Debbie is committed to facilitating constructive dialogue and helping parties reach practical, cost-effective resolutions outside of the courtroom. With a strong legal background and a client-centered approach, she brings empathy, professionalism, and strategic insight to every mediation process. She is also a trained Voice of the Child Practitioner, ensuring that children’s perspectives are appropriately considered in family matters. Debbie has been a part of the Pro Bono project working at the Protea Magistrate Court and the Johannesburg Magistrate court.

Xolani Koza is an emerging mediation practitioner with a growing focus on conflict resolution, collaborative problem‑solving, and ethical dispute management. Xolani approaches mediation with professionalism, impartiality, and respect for all parties, supporting dialogue‑driven solutions that foster understanding and long‑term resolution.

Family Law Mediator | Educator (SACE) Shannon Staniforth is a family law mediator and experienced educator with 19 years of experience working with children, parents, and families. Her extensive background in education has provided her with valuable insight into child development, family dynamics, communication, and conflict resolution, which she brings to her mediation practice. Shannon is passionate about helping families navigate challenging transitions and disputes in a respectful, constructive, and child-focused manner. Her primary areas of interest include parenting plans, care and contact matters, maintenance and settlement agreements,. She is particularly committed to developing comprehensive, customised parenting plans that reflect the unique needs of each family while promoting the best interests of the child and supporting healthy, ongoing relationships between parents and children. She believes that every family is different and that effective mediation should focus on practical, sustainable solutions rather than adversarial conflict. Her approach encourages open communication, mutual understanding, and collaborative problem-solving, empowering families to reach agreements that are fair, workable, and tailored to their circumstances. Drawing on nearly two decades in education, Shannon understands the significant impact that family conflict can have on children. She is dedicated to ensuring that children's voices and developmental needs are considered throughout the mediation process, helping parents create stable and supportive environments in which children can thrive. Shannon also has a strong interest in school-based mediation and restorative approaches to conflict resolution. She believes in helping children and young people develop accountability, empathy, and effective communication skills, recognising that resolving conflict constructively at an early stage can positively influence future relationships, educational outcomes, and community wellbeing. As both an educator and mediator, Shannon brings a unique understanding of children's developmental, emotional, and educational needs, enabling her to assist families in creating parenting arrangements that work not only in theory but also in everyday life. Her goal is to provide a professional, supportive, and solution-focused environment where families can work through difficult issues with dignity and respect while prioritising the long-term wellbeing of all involved.

Zaheera is an admitted Advocate of the High Court of South Africa and an accredited Mediator. She graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2007, where she obtained her LLB degree. Prior to joining the JSA for pupillage, she practiced as an attorney for 7 years in the fields of corporate and commercial law. During 2015, she completed her pupillage and then joined Group One Advocates. Her private law practice is in the following fields: commercial litigation and arbitrations, insolvency, business rescue, access to information, construction, environmental law, telecommunications, media and entertainment law (particularly defamation and privacy), sports law; trusts and international law. My public law practice is in the fields of administrative law and constitutional litigation. She has appeared in the Constitutional Court; various High Courts; Labour Court; and at arbitrations, tribunals, and mediations. She has acted for many large, national, and global corporations in significant disputes. In 2019, she became an accredited and certified Mediator with Arbitration Foundation of South Africa (“AFSA”). She has mediation experience in the following types of disputes: - Corporate and commercial; - Insolvency; - intellectual property; - Petroleum; - Sports; - Labour; - Medical negligence; and - RAF.