From Upington in the Northern Cape to the boardrooms of Bloemfontein, Millisanté de Wee has travelled a path marked by resilience, purpose, and a strong commitment to growth in her professional and personal life.
In 2016, De Wee began her journey in law at the University of the Free State (UFS), pursuing her LLB with a strong desire to join the legal field. During her time at the UFS, she engaged well beyond the classroom. She rose through the leadership ranks of House Akasia and served as Prime of the women’s residence in her final year. Her advocacy spirit blossomed through her roles as Chairperson of Embrace a Sister (NPO) and Community Officer for the UFS Chapter of the Golden Key International Honour Society.
Believing that growth must encompass all areas of life, De Wee viewed university life as a practice run, focusing on developing every part of her personal ‘pie chart’, not just her academics.
After graduating in 2020, she began her legal career as a candidate attorney at PH Attorneys in Bloemfontein. By March 2022, she became an attorney of the High Court of South Africa. Starting in litigation, she quickly discovered her niche and passion in commercial and corporate law, a field in which she continues to excel.
In a noteworthy achievement, De Wee was appointed as the youngest director at PH Attorneys at the end of 2024 – at just 26 years old. In this role, she develops her entrepreneurial skills, mentors aspiring lawyers, and deepens her expertise in the changing landscape of commercial law.
Her contributions extend beyond the office. In 2023, she founded the Marcid Mind NPC, a non-profit company that educates and empowers women and girls across South Africa. Through this initiative, she creates platforms for meaningful dialogue and action on the critical issues facing women in society, particularly young girls. This effort has become a strong extension of her advocacy and mentoring work.
She is currently also pursuing a master’s degree in Law at the UFS, focusing her research on the legal implications of artificial intelligence in South Africa. She plans to complete this work by 2026.
Millisanté de Wee exemplifies what it means to lead with purpose. Her commitment to legal excellence, combined with her passion for mentorship and social impact, makes her a rising force in South Africa’s legal and social landscape. With integrity guiding her and service as her mission, she continues to challenge norms, uplift others, and create new paths forward.