Yashmita Bhana
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Vanessa Perumal
In a technology era the gap between men and women enterprising in the digital ecosystem of AI is so wide. Thankfully through her business model visionary Yashmita Bhana, founder and MD of the Nihka Technology Group is fast making her mark to close the gap and creating a business model challenging the status quo of a highly marginalised business sector. We know tat Yashmita has over 15 years’ experience in successful project- and programme management in the information technology-, civil-, building-, energy- and government sectors. Working alongside Yashmita on creating pioneering business models promoting women entrepreneurs in business demonstrates her leadership gift in pioneering progressively transforming business models. She is a formidable entrepreneur and already Nikha Technology is stepping into important spaces fast tracking the entry of women into spaces in AI begging to be transformed. Through our engagement with Yashmita on#ECAfrica a movement created by entrepreneurs to amplify and promote entrepreneurship we are encouraged by the positive gifts of sharing and mentoring she brings to the network. Post Covid 19 we have no doubt the demand for the services she offers in the Tech, Engineering, AI spaces will continue to be highly sought. She is a valuable ally in promoting #SME's and transforming the sector to be inclusive.
LinkedIn User
Yashmita is an inspiration to those around her. Her effervescent personality combined with her vast knowledge in the IT and Engineering sectors makes her a force to be reckoned with. Her resilience and determination are a testament to her leadership.
Vanessa Perumal
In a technology era the gap between men and women enterprising in the digital ecosystem of AI is so wide. Thankfully through her business model visionary Yashmita Bhana, founder and MD of the Nihka Technology Group is fast making her mark to close the gap and creating a business model challenging the status quo of a highly marginalised business sector. We know tat Yashmita has over 15 years’ experience in successful project- and programme management in the information technology-, civil-, building-, energy- and government sectors. Working alongside Yashmita on creating pioneering business models promoting women entrepreneurs in business demonstrates her leadership gift in pioneering progressively transforming business models. She is a formidable entrepreneur and already Nikha Technology is stepping into important spaces fast tracking the entry of women into spaces in AI begging to be transformed. Through our engagement with Yashmita on#ECAfrica a movement created by entrepreneurs to amplify and promote entrepreneurship we are encouraged by the positive gifts of sharing and mentoring she brings to the network. Post Covid 19 we have no doubt the demand for the services she offers in the Tech, Engineering, AI spaces will continue to be highly sought. She is a valuable ally in promoting #SME's and transforming the sector to be inclusive.
LinkedIn User
Yashmita is an inspiration to those around her. Her effervescent personality combined with her vast knowledge in the IT and Engineering sectors makes her a force to be reckoned with. Her resilience and determination are a testament to her leadership.
Vanessa Perumal
In a technology era the gap between men and women enterprising in the digital ecosystem of AI is so wide. Thankfully through her business model visionary Yashmita Bhana, founder and MD of the Nihka Technology Group is fast making her mark to close the gap and creating a business model challenging the status quo of a highly marginalised business sector. We know tat Yashmita has over 15 years’ experience in successful project- and programme management in the information technology-, civil-, building-, energy- and government sectors. Working alongside Yashmita on creating pioneering business models promoting women entrepreneurs in business demonstrates her leadership gift in pioneering progressively transforming business models. She is a formidable entrepreneur and already Nikha Technology is stepping into important spaces fast tracking the entry of women into spaces in AI begging to be transformed. Through our engagement with Yashmita on#ECAfrica a movement created by entrepreneurs to amplify and promote entrepreneurship we are encouraged by the positive gifts of sharing and mentoring she brings to the network. Post Covid 19 we have no doubt the demand for the services she offers in the Tech, Engineering, AI spaces will continue to be highly sought. She is a valuable ally in promoting #SME's and transforming the sector to be inclusive.
LinkedIn User
Yashmita is an inspiration to those around her. Her effervescent personality combined with her vast knowledge in the IT and Engineering sectors makes her a force to be reckoned with. Her resilience and determination are a testament to her leadership.
Vanessa Perumal
In a technology era the gap between men and women enterprising in the digital ecosystem of AI is so wide. Thankfully through her business model visionary Yashmita Bhana, founder and MD of the Nihka Technology Group is fast making her mark to close the gap and creating a business model challenging the status quo of a highly marginalised business sector. We know tat Yashmita has over 15 years’ experience in successful project- and programme management in the information technology-, civil-, building-, energy- and government sectors. Working alongside Yashmita on creating pioneering business models promoting women entrepreneurs in business demonstrates her leadership gift in pioneering progressively transforming business models. She is a formidable entrepreneur and already Nikha Technology is stepping into important spaces fast tracking the entry of women into spaces in AI begging to be transformed. Through our engagement with Yashmita on#ECAfrica a movement created by entrepreneurs to amplify and promote entrepreneurship we are encouraged by the positive gifts of sharing and mentoring she brings to the network. Post Covid 19 we have no doubt the demand for the services she offers in the Tech, Engineering, AI spaces will continue to be highly sought. She is a valuable ally in promoting #SME's and transforming the sector to be inclusive.
LinkedIn User
Yashmita is an inspiration to those around her. Her effervescent personality combined with her vast knowledge in the IT and Engineering sectors makes her a force to be reckoned with. Her resilience and determination are a testament to her leadership.
Credentials
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Project Management Professional (PMP)
Project Management InstituteMar, 2014- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Nihka Technology Group
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South Africa
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Group Chief Executive Officer
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Jan 2018 - Present
Nihka Technology Group is a proudly South African, 100% Black Woman Owned business which is an independently verified Level 1 B-BBEE contributor with a 135% Procurement Recognition Level. Nihka is a progressive information technology firm initially established as a project management company which has grown into a multifaceted IT services company, offering the full end-to-end ICT solutions from business optimisation, data centre modernisation, cloud connection and management, and ICT security. Nihka Technology Group is a proudly South African, 100% Black Woman Owned business which is an independently verified Level 1 B-BBEE contributor with a 135% Procurement Recognition Level. Nihka is a progressive information technology firm initially established as a project management company which has grown into a multifaceted IT services company, offering the full end-to-end ICT solutions from business optimisation, data centre modernisation, cloud connection and management, and ICT security.
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CyberPort Africa
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Information Technology & Services
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Chief Executive Officer
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Sep 2022 - Present
Cyberport Africa, the all-in-one South African-owned Cyber Security Solutions provider that provides top cyber security to safeguard and defend your organization’s vital infrastructure and data. We eliminate security blind spots with cutting-edge Security Operations Centre technology that provides 24/7 – 365 support. We also provide security consulting services to examine your security posture and strengthen your security strategy. By employing our Automated AI-powered penetration testing platform, you can transition your organization from reactive to proactive security operations. Show less
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Optotron
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City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Director
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Oct 2022 - Present
Innovative Peace of Mind. With over 40 years of combined experience in the electronic securing and prevention field, the OPTOTRON team prides itself on being able to offer innovative electronic solutions tailored to each of its client’s unique requirements. Innovative Peace of Mind. With over 40 years of combined experience in the electronic securing and prevention field, the OPTOTRON team prides itself on being able to offer innovative electronic solutions tailored to each of its client’s unique requirements.
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D8TaVision
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City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Director
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Jan 2023 - Present
SIMPLICITY THROUGH DATA INNOVATION A Data Innovation Organization that presents a unique value proposition that provides insights to clients for ease of data-driven decision-making. Ensuring a clear focus on simplicity, automation, integration & total cost of ownership. SIMPLICITY THROUGH DATA INNOVATION A Data Innovation Organization that presents a unique value proposition that provides insights to clients for ease of data-driven decision-making. Ensuring a clear focus on simplicity, automation, integration & total cost of ownership.
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Dhiya Development Foundation
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South Africa
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Civic and Social Organizations
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Chair Of The Board Of Trustees
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Jan 2020 - Present
The Dhiya Development Foundation is aimed at capacitation of youth in digital technologies; the introduction of technologies into South Africa that can have a positive social impact and inclusion of kids with disabilities in mainstream education. The Acceptance of children with disabilities is critical to a healthy functioning country. The Foundation is inspired by a young little one named Dhiya Singh. Born with Down Syndrome, also known as trisomy 21 due to a child being born with an extra copy of their 21st chromosome, Dhiya has grown into a beacon of hope for many abled and disabled children and youth. Her effusive light and unyielding positive spirit to push through any and all challenges she has faced imbues this Foundation with its purpose of being. Dhiya has expertly articulated technology into her constant engagement with the world and this continues to be the goal of the Foundation to inspire all children who need it. Show less
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Nihka Consulting Services
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Johannesburg Area, South Africa
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Chief Executive Officer
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Jan 2008 - Present
Our range of services include: - Project Management Office (PMO) set-ups/Project Management; - IT Services - Business Intelligence Implementations - Information Security Management - Risk mitigation - Business Continuity and IT Disaster Recovery - Organizational Change Management - IT Policy and Strategy Framework Development The following are some programs that have been successfully completed by Yashmita and team as Nihka: - Data Centre Recovery Project - IT Disaster Recovery Project (Project won an award for Excellence) - End User Computing Project - Document Management Project - Department of Foreign Affairs HR KPI project Show less
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Quant Service
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Johannesburg Area, South Africa
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Chairperson of the Education Trust
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Feb 2017 - Nov 2017
Chairperson of the Quant Services Education Trust focusing on the advancement of Women in Engineering Chairperson of the Quant Services Education Trust focusing on the advancement of Women in Engineering
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Vumani Consulting
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Johannesburg Area, South Africa
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Director
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2004 - 2007
General responsibilities includes managing a team of project manages doing primarily Information Technology related projects and overseeing the development,implementation and rollout of these projects. Responsible for various projects including engineering related and business intelligence General duties, including marketing, finances, proposals General responsibilities includes managing a team of project manages doing primarily Information Technology related projects and overseeing the development,implementation and rollout of these projects. Responsible for various projects including engineering related and business intelligence General duties, including marketing, finances, proposals
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Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd
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Utilities
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700 & Above Employee
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Program Manager
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2001 - 2004
General responsibilities includes managing a team of project manages doing primarily Information Technology related projects and overseeing the development, implementation and rollout of these projects across the Eskom, Distribution. Manage regional application managers and developers to ensure product delivery Management of various projects including a large Business Intelligence implementation Managing an investment process for funds for the project Show less
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Civil and Building Manager
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2000 - 2001
Managing a team of EngineersSlope stability analysis- Responsible for basic slope stability analysis on ash dumps in Witbank using a program called FLAC.Dam Safety Inspection Reports– Responsible for collating all the Eskom Enterprises,dam safety inspection reports for the various power station raw to prompt action on the reports. Preparation of a report for the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry on the progress of the actions.Cost Estimates– Responsible for various cost estimates and preparation of bills of quantities for various projects Show less
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SRK Consulting
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Canada
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Mining
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Project Manager and Engineer
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1997 - 2000
Slope Stability Analysis – Conducted slope stability analysis on various tailings dams in South Africa and abroad for risk assessment purposes with a windows based computer package call XSTABL Flow Analysis of Breached Tailings Dam – Conducted a flow analysis of the Atok tailings dam in the Northern Province to determine the influence of height, slope Risk Assessment – Involved in the preparation of fault/event trees to determine eventual probability of failure of tailings dams Review Reports – Preparation of a review report for a Gold Mine whereby the general stability, safety and capacity of the Pongkor tailings dam in Indonesia was assessed Show less
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Education
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2003 - 2005
GIBS
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Masters in Business Administration -
2000 - 2001
University of the Witwatersrand
Master of Science (MSc), Engineering -
2000 - 2000
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
Project Management, Project Management -
1990 - 1994
University of the Witwatersrand
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Civil Engineering
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