Prescient Securities is a full-service, independent stockbroker providing execution, research and market access across equities, fixed income, derivatives and foreign exchange at scale.
Since 1999, we have supported our clients with disciplined execution, independent insight and deep experience in financial markets.
Prescient Securities is proud to announce our sponsorship of internationally acclaimed South African big-wave surfer Matt Bromley. This marks the start of a partnership that celebrates local talent both in financial services and beyond.
This collaboration reflects our commitment to working with exceptional talent whose performance, resilience, and disciplined preparation mirror our own approach to navigating South Africa’s dynamic financial markets.
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Stephen was appointed as CEO at Prescient Securities in 2023. His 20-year tenure at Prescient Securities began as a financial analyst, where he garnered recognition in the Financial Mail Ranking the Analyst awards. He subsequently transitioned to the equity trading desk, where he rose through the ranks to become Head of Equity Trading.
In 2021, he assumed the position of Head of Trading where he oversees the cash equities, bonds, and derivatives teams.
Stephen is a member of the PSec EXCO and serves as a trustee on the board of the Prescient Retirement funds, where he also chairs the Retirement Fund investment sub-committee.
Anthea is the Chief Risk and Compliance Officer (CRCO) of Prescient Securities, a role she assumed in 2025 as part of the company's strategic focus on strengthening risk and compliance oversight in response to the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape affecting the stockbroking industry. She continues to serve as Executive Director and Stockbroker in Control. Anthea is also a Council Member of the South African Institute of Stockbrokers and the appointed JSE and FSCA Compliance Officer.
She joined Prescient Securities in 2010 as Head of Operations, joined the Executive Committee in 2015 and was appointed Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Stockbroker in Control in 2018. Prior to joining Prescient Securities, Anthea spent 12 years in the UK financial services industry, beginning her career at HSBC as an Assistant Accountant before moving to Fidelity International, where she held various roles across Investment Administration, Fund Accounting and Finance.
James Twyman is head of equity research within Prescient Securities. In this role, he is responsible for equity research, specialising in the paper and industrial sectors. He has been one of the top ranked analysts in his sector for 25 years.
Through his 32-year tenure in the industry, James’ career started as an industrials and paper analyst at UBS in London for 17 years, he then moved to fund management as a global energy and mining analyst at Alliance Bernstein and Alliance Trust in London for seven years before joining Prescient Securities in 2017.
Wayne plays a pivotal role in overseeing the financial strategies and debt administration for corporate clients. In his current role, Wayne specialises in raising funding from asset managers and institutions for larger corporates, showcasing his adaptability and expertise in financial markets.
His career commenced with his admission as an attorney after which he joined FNB as a legal advisor in FirstLaw in 1988. His specialist skills in financial law and taxation resulted in him being invited to work in RMB as a senior merchant banker and deal maker from 1999, where he stayed in various roles before joining Prescient in Cape Town in 2010.
Wayne’s career and diverse skill set make him a valuable asset to Prescient Securities, where he continues to thrive in navigating the intricacies of corporate notes and debt administration. His commitment to excellence and broad expertise contribute significantly to the success of the team and the clients he serves.
Abdur joined Prescient Securities in 2024 and was appointed Head of Technology in 2025.
In this role, he is responsible for the firm's technology strategy, overseeing software development, artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure.
With over 13 years of experience in financial services technology, Abdur has held technical and leadership positions at Futuregrowth Asset Management and Old Mutual Investment Group.
His career has focused on developing investment technology solutions, with expertise spanning software architecture, data engineering, quantitative modelling and enterprise systems.
Alex Naicker is Head of Operations at Prescient Securities. In this role, he is responsible for the operational integrity, resilience and scalability of the business, with oversight across post-trade settlements and private-client administration in local and global markets. With more than 27 years of financial-markets experience, Alex's career has spanned the JSE, several members of the JSE and Prescient Securities. His experience encompasses securities operations, trading infrastructure, regulatory compliance, governance and business transformation. Alex has a particular interest in operational transformation and technology, with a focus on developing scalable operating models, automation and digital trading capabilities. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Financial Markets from the University of Johannesburg and specialist JSE and SAIFM certifications across compliance, settlements and financial markets.
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