Viola Kilel

Viola Chelang’at Kilel is a Senior Product Development Officer at the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Kenya. Her career began after excelling in a university challenge on capital markets in 2014, leading to her role at CMA. She focuses on financial deepening, stakeholder engagement, and increasing the uptake of capital market products. Additionally, she serves on the Sandbox Review Committee, collaborating with fintech startups to enhance inclusivity in the sector. Viola holds a Master of Science in Development Finance from Strathmore Business School and Frankfurt School of Finance. Recognized among Kenya’s Top 40 Under 40 in 2021, she also represents CMA in the International Organization of Securities Commissions’ Africa/Middle East Regional Committee.