About Dr. Kentse

About Dr. Kentse

Dr. Kentse Sesele is an accomplished academic researcher, keynote speaker, author, and thought leader whose influence extends across governance, sustainability, and human resilience. She has led in senior executive roles, chaired influential boards, and presented on international stages, from the Mining Indaba to global sustainability forums.

But beyond her professional achievements lies her most profound identity: a mother.

The loss of her only child, Wenzi, reshaped her path and revealed grief not only as pain, but as a teacher. In the depths of loss, she found a way to transform sorrow into purpose.

Through her writing, coaching, and retreats, Dr. Sesele now helps others honor their grief while also rising into renewed life. Her message is simple yet powerful: healing is possible, and love continues to shape us beyond loss.

Her Work

Kentse’s books weave together professional insight, personal narrative, and spiritual depth. Each reflects the delicate balance between heartbreak and hope, empowering others to give themselves permission to rise.

Featured titles:

  • Echoes in Darkness
  • This Too is Prayer
  • Tending the Silent Wounds of the Heart
  • In Silence You Speak!
  • Wenzi Mgeyane
  • Where the Square Peg Fits

Why LightingGrief Exists

This space was created to guide, support, and uplift anyone walking the heavy path of grief. Here you will find resources, teachings, and the quiet reassurance that grief is not the end of your story, it can be the beginning of transformation. Even in your darkest night, there is still light.

Grief is love that has nowhere to go. When we give it a voice, it becomes light again.” - Dr. Kentse Sesele

Give yourself permission to rise.

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