Who We Are
Started in 2013, Azanko Advisory is a global Management Consulting firm with offices in Dubai (UAE) and Johannesburg (South Africa).
We leverage global best practices, innovation and world-class expertise to empower businesses around the world to achieve unprecedented performance and profit growth, enabling them to become market leaders in their segment.
Winning awards for innovation and growth, we craft holistic, yet tailored strategies to help companies grow and enhance their processes, talent and business models, enabling them to overcome challenges and seize new opportunities.
What Makes Us Different
Global Reach
Serving clients across borders and sectors
ROI-Driven
Our strategies consistently deliver 3x+ ROI
Strategic Innovation
Proven frameworks that drive performance
Multidisciplinary Experts
Global team with deep cross-sector expertise
Agile & Insightful
Big-firm capability with boutique attention
We Do What We Say
Trusted by executives across sectors
Leadership Team
Founder & CEO
Zubair Kharva
FCMA, CGMA | Strategy | Finance | Performance Optimization
Zubair is a globally recognized business strategist and management expert. Renowned for his thought leadership and ability to optimize business performance, he exemplifies unwavering strategic acumen and operational excellence.
With 25 years of multifaceted expertise spanning strategy, finance, operations, sales, and technology, Zubair’s visionary guidance has been pivotal in solidifying his reputation as the driving force behind Azanko’s sustained success and industry acclaim.
He holds multiple business and finance qualifications, including master’s degrees in both the UK and USA. As a Fellow Chartered Management Accountant from CIMA (UK), he has achieved a distinction reserved for a select few globally.
Trusted by executives around the world, Zubair leads a world-class team that reflects his unwavering work ethic, strategic vision, and exceptional standards – setting a high benchmark for excellence in everything Azanko does.
Co-Founder & COO
Dr. Ra’eesah Essop
MB BCh | Operational Strategist | Innovation | Marketing
Dr. Ra’eesah is a distinguished Medical Doctor and internationally recognized leader. As a top-ranking specialist and Golden Key International Honour Society member, she brings rare insight and innovative mastery to Azanko’s strategic direction.
Under her leadership, Azanko has become a global benchmark for excellence, innovation, and transformative impact – setting the standard that others aspire to follow across industries and borders.
Her leadership has been pivotal in shaping Azanko’s human-centered, results-driven culture – ensuring that innovation is always paired with precision, purpose, and measurable outcomes.
Dr. Ra’eesah’s forward-thinking approach and commitment to excellence continue to drive Azanko’s reputation as a visionary organization delivering impact with integrity.
Striving for Greatness
We are proud to have received several awards that recognize the quality of our work, showcasing our expertise across various industries and geographies.
Our Social Impact
- ✓ Utilizing renewable energy and rainwater harvesting
- ✓ Eco-efficient office designs to reduce our environmental footprint
- ✓ Running internship programs for future leaders
- ✓ Supporting charitable organizations that uplift communities
- ✓ Operating from low-emission zones to support cleaner, healthier communities