.ZA Domain Name Authority | Executive Manager: Technology and Digital Services
As Executive Manager: Technology and Digital Services at ZADNA, Khathutshelo Nicholas Thovheyi leads the organisation’s ICT strategy, infrastructure, and digital transformation initiatives in alignment with its regulatory mandate. He oversees the development and delivery of secure, scalable technology platforms, including DNS infrastructure and digital services supporting the .ZA namespace. The role includes managing ICT governance, cybersecurity, risk, and compliance frameworks while ensuring operational excellence and business continuity. He is responsible for budget oversight, stakeholder engagement, and driving domain growth through innovation and industry collaboration. Additionally, he contributes to executive decision-making and board-level governance through committee participation and strategic advisory.
Khathutshelo Nicholas Thovheyi is an accomplished IT executive with over a decade of experience leading cloud, infrastructure, and digital transformation initiatives across public and private sectors. He currently serves as Executive Manager: Technology and Digital Services at ZADNA, where he drives ICT strategy, governance, and innovation aligned to national digital objectives. With a Master’s degree in IT and multiple industry certifications, he has successfully managed multi-million-rand budgets and led high-performing technical teams at scale. Known for his strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving capabilities, he consistently delivers operational excellence, resilience, and business value through technology. His work spans cloud computing, cybersecurity, data center operations, and enterprise infrastructure modernization.