Welcome back to She Talks Tech with Hlulani, where we amplify the voices of women making waves in technology and STEM. In today’s episode, I sit down with Lydia Sebokedi, Acting Executive Director at the Centre for Public Service Innovation (CPSI), to explore a powerful story of purpose, public service, and quiet transformation.
Lydia's journey spans decades in South Africa’s public sector — from dietetics and healthcare to national innovation and digital transformation. We dive deep into how she leads innovation in government without a traditional tech background, her passion for developing young talent, and why she believes \"the work is never about the title—it’s about legacy.\"
✨ In this episode, you’ll hear about:
How Lydia went from dietician to tech leader in public service
Why innovation in government must be people-first
What leadership looks like when grounded in empathy and trust
The work she’s most proud of—hint: it’s not in a CV
Her mission to make government more connected, human, and future-fit
A letter to her 10-year-old self that will move you to tears
Lydia's impact isn’t just in the policies she shapes or programs she oversees—it’s in the people she uplifts, the legacy she’s building, and the clarity with which she walks her purpose.
📣 If you’ve ever wondered what human-centered leadership looks like in tech and government—this episode is for you.
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