Edwina Smith

Edwina Smith is a seasoned finance and IT professional with extensive experience in the banking and investment sectors. Currently serving as VP Finance IT at Absa Group since November 2017, Edwina previously held roles as Product Development Specialist at Société Générale, focusing on funds and investment acquisitions for Africa, and as Head of Risk Africa and Vice President for various IT functions at Absa during a tenure spanning from 2007 to 2015. Earlier career milestones include positions as Business Office Manager at JM Busha Investment Group and Investment Consultant at Standard Bank Group, along with significant experience in local settlements at FirstRand Bank Limited. Edwina’s expertise encompasses IT project management, compliance, client relationship management, and end-user training across multiple African markets.