Azhar Said

Azhar Said currently serves as Chief Data Officer at Capitec, focusing on data strategy, architecture, and technology stack optimization while emphasizing AI, business intelligence, and digitization. Previously, at Vodacom, Azhar held the role of Executive Head of Actuarial, Data Analytics, and Data Science, leading efforts in machine learning model development and business innovation. At Absa Group, Azhar managed teams in actuarial services, data management, and analytics, concentrating on leveraging machine learning for business problem-solving. Azhar began a career with Old Mutual Limited, progressing from Actuarial Manager to Head of Underwriting and Actuarial, overseeing significant projects across Africa. Azhar's academic credentials include an MBA from Wits Business School and a strategic management program at the University of Oxford.