Onica Nonhlanhla Makwakwa

Onica Nonhlanhla Makwakwa is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across diverse sectors. Currently serving as the Executive Director of the Global Digital Inclusion Partnership and as an Independent Consultant at Makwakwa & Associates, Makwakwa has previously held significant positions such as Head of Africa for the World Wide Web Foundation's Alliance for Affordable Internet and Head of the CI Office for Africa at Consumers International. With a strong focus on stakeholder collaboration, consumer advocacy, and fundraising, Makwakwa has successfully led initiatives in health, education, and digital inclusion. Educational credentials include a Doctor of Education in progress from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, along with advanced degrees from the University of Iowa, and foundational education at Grinnell College and high school institutions.