Phumzile is a registered Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAPASA) and Registered Professional Scientist (SACNASP).

She holds a BSc Honours in Environmental Management, Btech Degree in Quality Management and a National Diploma in Chemical Engineering.

She is the Director and founder of the Environmental Consulting Firm, Emvelo Quality and Environmental Consultant (PTY) Ltd, based in Richards Bay, KZN.

She possess about 18 years experience in total, including 7 years working as an Environmental Scientist at Emvelo Consultant.

Her work experience also include working with Department of Water and Sanitation, Sasol Chemicals, Sappi Saiccor and Richards Bay Minerals.