Magan Naidoo

Magan Naidoo

Magan Naidoo is the World Food Programme’s (WFP) first-ever Chief Data Officer, leading the development and implementation of the organization’s inaugural Data and Artificial Intelligence strategies. Under his leadership, WFP is transforming data into a strategic asset to enhance decision-making, accelerate emergency response, optimize resources, and strengthen food systems worldwide. 

With a background in large-scale data transformations across the private sector, Naidoo brings deep expertise in building data ecosystems that drive meaningful change. At WFP, he is laying the groundwork for responsible AI adoption in humanitarian operations, ensuring its use is ethical, scalable, and designed to drive lasting impact. 

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    United Nations World Food Programme (WFP)
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    Chief Data Officer
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