Mpumalanga-Maggie Skosana has been appointed as the new Director-General of the Mpumalanga provincial government in the Office of Premier Mandla Ndlovu. She has been serving as municipal manager of Nkangala District Municipality since February 2014, has vast experience in the public service and extensive expertise in local government. Skosana holds a National Diploma in Civil Engineering, as well as Honours and master’s degrees in science and business administration. Premier Ndlovu confirmed Skosana’s appointment in a statement released on Friday, January 31. She speaks to Hleziphi Sibanyoni about her upbringing and career in public administration