Godfrey Kgoedi

Godfrey Kgoedi is the Chief Data and Analytics Officer at FNB South Africa, a position held since November 2009, where analytical support is provided to Risk Businesses in the Chief Risk Office, Retail, and Commercial segments. Kgoedi leads a team composed of Data Scientists, Data Engineers, and Data Architects to facilitate data-driven decision-making. Previous roles at FirstRand Bank include Head of Analytics, Quantitative Analytics Manager, and Quantitative Analyst, focusing on leveraging advanced data techniques such as Machine Learning and AI to solve complex problems and enhance risk management. Earlier experience includes a Data Analyst position at the Legal-Aid Board South Africa. Kgoedi holds a Master of Science in Mathematical Statistics and Probability from the University of Johannesburg and multiple degrees in Mathematical Statistics and Computer Science from the University of the Witwatersrand and University of Limpopo.