Lelani Makarchuk

General Legal Counsel, dentsu Africa

Leads legal, compliance, and governance across dentsu Sub-Saharan Africa, drawing on over 23 years of legal experience. An admitted attorney, Lelani has held senior legal positions across industries, providing strategic counsel on risk, regulatory matters, and operational integrity in complex environments,

At dentsu, she partners with leadership to embed ethical practice into growth strategy, aligning commercial ambition with legal resilience. Her approach blends sound legal judgement with a deep understanding of regional dynamics, ensuring dentsu SSA remains both agile and accountable.

WE DON'T JUST UNDERSTAND AFRICA. WE ARE AFRICA.

WE DON'T JUST UNDERSTAND AFRICA. WE ARE AFRICA.

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No one knows its people, cultures, and possibilities better.

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Born in Japan. Raised in Africa.

Born in Japan. Raised in Africa.

Born in Japan. Raised in Africa.