Country Lead: Public Utilities, Xylem South Africa Sylvia brings over two decades of leadership in water and municipal services, with a career spanning local government, utilities, and infrastructure consulting. An MBA graduate from Stellenbosch University, she has held executive roles including Director of Municipal Services at WSSA and Technical Services at OR Tambo District Municipality. Sylvia leads Xylem’s public utility strategy in South Africa and offers deep experience in service delivery, change management, and institutional strengthening.