About Core Governance
A South African governance firm that helps boards work better and makes good governance practical for organisations of every size.
Lougan Jamane
Project Manager
His career spans governance and academia. He led the Board Evaluations department at the Institute of Directors in South Africa (IoDSA) until February 2026, managing more than 150 board evaluations, and has lectured at the University of Johannesburg, where he is also a PhD candidate. He is currently a lecturer and programme coordinator in private higher education. Most importantly, Lougan believes his family is his foundation and compass.
That experience shapes how Core Governance works: governance that is rigorous enough to stand up to scrutiny, and practical enough to use.
- Led the Board Evaluations department, Institute of Directors in South Africa (IoDSA), until February 2026
- Managed more than 150 board evaluations
- PhD candidate, Public Management and Governance, University of Johannesburg
Our mission
To strengthen governance structures through insightful evaluations and practical support, so that boards, committees and growing organisations can lead with confidence.
What we stand for
Independence
Honest findings and advice, even when they are uncomfortable.
Substance over form
We look at how governance actually works, not just what the documents say.
Proportion
Governance sized to the organisation, not borrowed from a listed company.
Continuous learning
We bring current developments, from King V to AI governance, into our work.
Ready to get your governance in order?
Tell us about your organisation and we will send you a tailored quote.