I am a seasoned Compliance expert and founder and Managing Director of MK Legal Consultancy (Pty) Ltd in South Africa. Ms. Kwilasya holds Bcom, LLB degrees from Rhodes University and is currently pursuing her MBA with the University of Witwatersrand. She is passionate about data protection and privacy, with a specific focus on developing African-centric legislation and solutions. She has significantly contributed to policy development through the research department at MK Legal Consultancy, which collaborates with the AUDA to explore the intersection of AI development, IP Law, and ethical AI governance. She played a significant role in the development of Malawi’s Data Protection Act, which came into effect on June 1, 2024