Mathipa has a background in environmental science and has worked at organisations such as NRF/HartRAO and the University of Cape Town as a science communicator. Currently, she serves as the Planetarium Manager at the Iziko Museums of South Africa. 

A  science communication practitioner with experience in programme development, coordination and execution of science engagement programmes aimed at learners and the general public. She has been a project coordinator for local and international programmes that expose the youth to STEM fields and career paths.