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Noxolo Gwala holds an MA in international relations and politics from Wits University majoring in electoral violence. Noxolo has served in various capacities since joining EISA in 2016. Through the Elections and Political Process department, she has proven expertise in the development of election observation methodology and the use of technology in securing the credibility of data collected for political processes. She has observed over 20 African elections, establishing a strong network with state actors, election management bodies, political parties, civil society across the Continent. Providing regular technical advice and support to the democracy units of the AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS and ICGLR. In the Governance and Political Processes department, Noxolo has worked closely with political parties in Botswana and Zambia to support gender sensitive party policies and practices in efforts to improve women political participation. At home, she is following the reform of South Africa’s electoral system towards inclusivity and applying her continental experience to shape the trajectory through regular debates and commentary on international and local platforms. Noxolo supports the advancement of women and youth participation in politics through regular contribution to research and dialogues on voter apathy, money in politics and international best practice for credible elections. She is skilled in the production of capacity building tools, coordination of election observation missions and civil society networks, project design and implementation, data sourcing, report writing, information analysis and public speaking.