Edwin Sibiya

Mr Edwin Sibiya is the Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Lesira Group, which includes Lesira Holdings, Lesira-Teq and Lesira Manufacturing. He is a passionate innovator with a remarkable entrepreneurial spirit. He successfully completed his B.Eng. (Mechanical) degree from the University of Pretoria. His systems engineering, process engineering and management skills have earned him respect and added value in projects at companies like Eskom, Nedcor, Teqnovo. He worked closely with Professor Fourie in developing his patented products which has given the business a competitive edge in the market. He owns 100% of the intellectual property of the IoT products designed and manufactured within his business.

Mr Edwin Sibiya has over 24 years’ experience in the water metering industry. He leads his company by example and is directly involved in its day-to-day activities. His innovative nature is clearly visible in the research and development of Lesira-Teq’s products. The company’s 19-year track record is proof of its sound management principles and longstanding client relationships. Mr Sibiya is also the Chairperson of the South Africa Metering Industry Association (SAMIA). The association is established and coordinated by the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition to advocate and protect the metering industry in South Africa.