87,000+ Certified ESG Professionals in 5 Continents

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Empowering Africa’s ESG Professionals Through Global Standards

IASE Africa is driving ESG education in Africa, helping professionals and institutions gain globally recognized credentials in sustainable business and finance. As the African chapter of IASE Global, we ensure that our continent’s unique perspectives are reflected in the world’s only global certification for ESG. From regulatory engagement to professional development, we are shaping Africa’s ESG future.

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Our Mission

At IASE Africa, our mission is to empower professionals and institutions across the continent with globally recognized ESG certifications, fostering sustainable business practices and finance leadership that reflect Africa’s unique perspectives and challenges.

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Who We Are: Our Role in ESG Education in Africa​

IASE Africa serves as the regional representative of IASE Global, the International Association for Sustainable Economy headquartered in London. While IASE Global sets the certification standards for ESG professionals worldwide, IASE Africa is dedicated to promoting these standards across the African continent.

Our role includes:

  • Advocating for ESG certifications tailored to African contexts

  • Ensuring African representation in global ESG standard-setting

  • Providing resources and support for ESG professionals in Africa

What We Do

IASE Africa is committed to:

  • Promoting the ISB® (International Sustainable Business) and ISF® (International Sustainable Finance) certification programs

  • Supporting professionals through accredited training partnerships

  • Advocating for ESG best practices within African industries

  • Endorsing local CPD providers aligned with global ESG competencies

  • Bridging the gap between global ESG standards and African realities

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Promoting World-Class ESG Training Across Africa

While IASE does not offer training directly, we actively collaborate with accredited training providers across the continent. These partners deliver world-class programs that prepare professionals for our globally recognized certifications and support continuous ESG upskilling.

Through our CPD (Continuing Professional Development) endorsement system, IASE Africa ensures that training content is aligned with global ESG standards and adapted to Africa’s unique development priorities. Whether you’re just starting out or seeking to deepen your expertise, our ecosystem offers trusted learning pathways tailored to real-world ESG challenges.

Our commitment to certification goes hand in hand with building a stronger, better-trained ESG talent pipeline for Africa.

Our Global Backbone

Built on the robust standards set by IASE Global, our certifications—ISB® and ISF®—are recognized worldwide. These programs equip professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead in sustainable business and finance sectors, ensuring credibility and international recognition.

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Why IASE Africa Matters

Africa faces unique environmental, social, and governance challenges. IASE Africa ensures that the continent’s perspectives are integral to global ESG conversations. By fostering a community of certified professionals, we aim to drive sustainable development and ethical practices across African industries.

Meet Our Leadership

godfrey nti
Board Chairperson, IASE South Africa | Vice Chairperson, IASE Global

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Founding Director, IASE South Africa

Dr. Rosita Yocgo
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Founding Director, IASE South Africa

Mr. Johannes Frederich Aucamp
Board Chairperson, IASE South Africa | Vice Chairperson, IASE Global

Godfrey Nti

Godfrey Nti is an entrepreneur, business leader, strategy consultant, and international speaker. He has held various leadership positions throughout his 22-year working career. Currently, he is the Executive Director of GNN Strategy Consultants as well as Managing Director of The Leads People Marketing Strategy Pty Ltd – both entities specialising in providing holistic strategy advice to companies. He holds a couple of directorships throughout Africa: he is an independent non-executive director on the boards of three companies and one not-for-profit organisation.

Before Godfrey’s current roles, as stated above, he was Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) from 2009–2018. During this time, he also held the position of Chairman of the CEO Committee of the Global Financial Planning Standards Board (FPSB), a global standard-setting body for the financial planning profession. Furthermore, he was the Group Accountant of the National Investment and Savings Bank from 1999 – 2000 and then Financial Director of De Montfort University South Africa from 2001-2005.

Godfrey holds a Master’s-level professional qualification in management accounting and is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, UK. He also holds a Higher Diploma in African Political Economics from the Thabo Mbeki African Leadership Institute, University of Pretoria.

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Founding Director, IASE South Africa

Dr. Rosita Yocgo

Dr. Yocgo is a researcher with an interest in climate metrics, in response to sustainable development goals like climate action’, ‘zero hunger’, ‘and ‘life on land’. These metrics enable us to adequately measure our climate change mitigation and adaptation actions.

Before now, she was the Research Manager at the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Next Einstein Initiative (AIMS-NEI), and later, a researcher in agro-environmental informatics at AIMS.

Dr. Yocgo holds a PhD in Plant Biotechnology from the University of Pretoria (South Africa), with post-PhD experience obtained at the University of Gent (Belgium), and the University of Stellenbosch (South Africa).

She has a deep-rooted passion for issues related to the environment, climate, plants, gender, and education. She believes that strategic education and evidence-based research are central to building a sustainable economically prosperous world that we can proudly hand over to the next generation.

Email:[email protected]

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Founding Director, IASE South Africa

Mr. Johannes Frederich Aucamp

Johan Aucamp, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® who is also a qualified assessor with a decade of experience in professional bodies, business development and in training, education & conducting licensing examinations in the financial sector.

With a life-long passion for Environmental & Social affairs, Johan believes that ESG is the closest humans have yet come to going full circle in this, as ESG is not only about soft & sustainable Environmental footprints, but also about positive Social impacts. Good Governance ties it all together in order to ensure that ESG principles can become a golden thread flowing through all of human activity. Johan is, therefore, excited to join a well-positioned IASE in this quest to promote ESG worldwide.

Email:[email protected]

Email:[email protected]

Some of Our Global Premium Partners Trusted by ESG Trailblazers

From leading training institutions and CPD providers to corporate sponsors and regulatory allies, IASE Africa is proud to collaborate with partners who share our vision of ethical, sustainable growth. Together, we’re building an empowered ESG workforce that meets global standards and delivers local impact.

FAQs

About Us

  • How can I partner with IASE Africa as a training provider or institution?

    If you are a CPD provider, academic institution, or employer interested in ESG capacity building, you can explore partnership opportunities with IASE Africa by contacting us through our Partnerships page or emailing [email protected]. 

  • What is IASE Africa, and how is it different from IASE Global?

    IASE Africa (with office in Johannesburg, South Africa) is the official continental representative of IASE Global (with head office in London, United Kingdom) , responsible for promoting globally recognized ESG certifications across Africa. While IASE Global sets the standards and oversees the certification framework, IASE Africa ensures African perspectives are represented and provides local access, support, and partnerships. 

  • What are the ISB® and ISF® certifications?

    ISB® (International Sustainable Business) and ISF® (International Sustainable Finance) are professional ESG certifications developed by IASE Global. They equip professionals with the competencies needed to lead in sustainability, finance, and business environments globally. 

  • Who can register for IASE certification programs in Africa?

    Any professional working or aspiring to work in sustainability, ESG, finance, business, or policy can pursue certification through IASE. IASE Africa supports candidates across all African countries and sectors. 

  • Does IASE Africa offer ESG training programs?

    IASE Africa does not offer training directly, but we endorse and promote accredited training partners who deliver high-quality programs aligned with IASE certification standards. These courses help professionals prepare for the ISB® and ISF® designations. 

  • How does IASE Africa ensure its certifications are relevant to African contexts?

    While aligned with global standards, IASE Africa works to contextualize ESG principles through local partnerships, and advocacy—ensuring that African professionals are equipped to lead both locally and internationally. 

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Be part of Africa’s sustainable future. Whether you’re a professional seeking certification, a training provider aiming to collaborate, or an institution interested in partnership, IASE Africa welcomes you.