Not every journey to motherhood is smooth—and for Ofentse Tsipa, her story began long before she ever held her own baby.
Her name, which means “Christ has conquered,” was chosen by her mother as a powerful tribute after enduring multiple miscarriages.
That strength and resilience didn’t just end with her birth—it became the core of the woman she is today.
Now based in Kenya, Ofentse is a transformational coach, podcast host, mother of two, and a beacon of empowerment for women across Africa.
Juggling It All – The Coach, The Wife, The Mom
Life for Ofentse is anything but ordinary.
She balances her coaching business, a marriage to her Dutch husband, raising two kids, and studying at United States International University-Africa—all while keeping her community inspired.
Her social media and podcast are open spaces where she keeps things raw and relatable, sharing personal growth tips, parenting hacks, and even the hard stuff like emotional lows.
Her authenticity hits home with many, especially South African fans who also know her brother—Lemogang Tsipa, the actor who portrayed Shaka Zulu on Shaka iLembe.
Reality TV Glow-Up – Ofentse on The Mommy Club
This year, Ofentse takes her wisdom and energy to the screen on Showmax’s The Mommy Club: Nairobi.
The show dives into the world of high-end motherhood, following moms navigating parenting in Kenya’s elite circles.
Ofentse stands out for her “Mommies and Mimosas” events, which bring moms together in joy, vulnerability, and community.
Her coaching philosophy has deeply influenced her parenting style.
“I’ve learned to truly feel my emotions, and that helps me walk with my kids—not above them, but alongside them.
They’re not just kids—they’re whole people.”
Raising Kids in a Cross-Cultural Household
Being in an international family brings a whole new flavor to parenting.
Ofentse proudly calls herself a “global mama raising global citizens.”
Her home blends cultures beautifully: Dutch Christmas traditions from her husband’s side, Zulu rituals from her roots, and a Kenyan lifestyle that grounds them in their present.
“We’re 100% multicultural,” she says.
“My husband has Dutch and French roots, I’m South African—Tswana and Zulu—and we live in Kenya.
It’s a rich mix.”
Her Village: Parenting with Help, Not Guilt
Ofentse doesn’t pretend to do it all alone.
She employs two nannies—and she’s very intentional about how she builds that team.
“Go with your gut when hiring,” she advises.
“Character over credentials, always.
I trained my nannies in the Montessori method, and we hold weekly check-ins to stay connected.
It’s not about hierarchy—it’s about respect, autonomy, and teamwork.”
If She Could Swap Lives…
Ofentse says she’d love to live a day in Jackie’s shoes—another cast member of The Mommy Club.
“She’s doing the solo mom thing while building a career.
It mirrors my own hustle in some ways, but I’d be curious to explore the dating world again and see what co-parenting looks like from the other side.”
Real Talk: Kids, Google, and Postpartum Truths
When her kids grow up and type her name into Google, Ofentse hopes they discover a woman who was real, loving, and purpose-driven.
“I want them to feel proud.
I want them to say, ‘That’s my mom—she helped people, stayed true to herself, and made life joyful.’”
She’s also not shy about sharing the dark sides of motherhood.
“Postpartum hit me like a truck.
It’s not all roses—some days, it’s hell.
And we NEED to talk about that.
That’s why the show is important—it opens up space for truth.”
Lessons in Love and Letting Go
Ofentse’s biggest surprise as a parent? How uncontrollable kids really are.
“I used to roll my eyes at moms whose kids had public meltdowns.
Then I became that mom! You can’t force calm—you’ve got to let them feel, let them express.
That’s real parenting.”
Despite assumptions that she’s “a bit of a snob,” she laughs off those misconceptions: “People meet me and go, ‘Wait—you’re actually so nice!’ And I’m like, yes, believe it or not!”
Her Faves and Final Word
Her current obsession? The Mommy Club franchise—both the South African original and the Sugar & Spice spin-off.
But beyond reality TV, Ofentse’s real story is one of hope, honesty, and heart.
From South African roots to international stages, she’s inspiring moms—and dreamers—to live fully, love hard, and lead with purpose.