ISTQB & Professional Certification Exams Across Africa
Internationally Recognised Certification, Wherever You Are
Advance your career with an internationally recognised professional certification.
SASTQB provides certification examination services across 18 countries in Southern, Central and East Africa, helping professionals and organisations access internationally recognised qualifications in software testing, quality engineering, requirements engineering and related technology disciplines.
Candidates can access certification examinations from ISTQB®, IREB®, A4Q and TMMi, with secure online remote-proctored examinations making certification accessible from your home or office.
And our reach doesn’t stop at our official African service region. Candidates from around the world can make use of eligible SASTQB online examination services.
Whether you’re taking your first certification, developing specialist expertise or certifying an entire team, SASTQB can help you take the next step.
Countries We Serve
Certification Across Southern, Central & East Africa
SASTQB serves candidates and organisations across 18 African countries.
Select your country below to find information about certification examinations, remote proctoring, registration, exam preparation and other services available in your region.
South Africa — Head Office
SASTQB’s Head Office is based in South Africa, providing access to internationally recognised certification examinations through online remote-proctored examinations and scheduled paper-based examination sessions.
Angola
Access internationally recognised software testing and technology certification examinations from Angola through SASTQB.
Botswana
Advance your software testing and quality engineering career with internationally recognised certification examinations accessible from Botswana.
Burundi
Access professional software testing and technology certification examinations from Burundi through secure online remote proctoring.
Eswatini
Access internationally recognised certification examinations and develop your software testing and quality engineering credentials from Eswatini.
Equatorial Guinea
Professionals and organisations in Equatorial Guinea can access internationally recognised certification examinations through SASTQB.
Gabon
Build internationally recognised software testing, quality engineering and technology credentials with certification examinations accessible from Gabon.
Lesotho
Take internationally recognised professional certification examinations from Lesotho through SASTQB’s secure examination services.
Malawi
Access ISTQB and other internationally recognised professional certification examinations from Malawi.
Mozambique
Professionals and organisations in Mozambique can access internationally recognised software testing and technology certification examinations through SASTQB.
Namibia
Advance your software testing and quality engineering career with internationally recognised certification examinations available to candidates across Namibia.
Republic of the Congo
Access internationally recognised software testing, requirements engineering and technology certification examinations from the Republic of the Congo.
Rwanda
Develop internationally recognised software testing and quality engineering credentials with professional certification examinations accessible from Rwanda.
Tanzania
Access internationally recognised certification examinations in software testing, quality engineering and related disciplines from Tanzania.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Professionals and organisations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo can access internationally recognised certification examinations through SASTQB.
Uganda
Advance your technology career with internationally recognised software testing and professional certification examinations accessible from Uganda.
Zambia
Access internationally recognised software testing, requirements engineering and related professional certification examinations from Zambia through SASTQB.
Zimbabwe
Advance your software testing and quality engineering career with internationally recognised certification examinations accessible from Zimbabwe through SASTQB.
Outside Our Region?
You Can Still Register With SASTQB
SASTQB’s services aren’t limited to candidates within the 18 countries listed above.
Through online remote-proctored examinations, candidates from around the world can access eligible certification exams through SASTQB without travelling to a physical examination venue.
Whether you’re elsewhere in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, the Americas or another region, contact SASTQB to find out about completing your certification examination online.
Certification Without Borders
International candidates can access eligible examinations from our certification portfolio, including:
Your country isn’t listed? You can still get certified through SASTQB.
Certifications Available Through SASTQB
Choose the Certification Path That Supports Your Career
SASTQB provides access to a broad portfolio of internationally recognised professional certification examinations.
ISTQB Certification
ISTQB is one of the world’s most established vendor-neutral certification schemes for software testing professionals. More than 1.5 million ISTQB examinations had been administered and over 1.1 million certifications issued across more than 130 countries. ISTQB pathways include, ISTQB Foundation Level, ISTQB Advanced Levels, ISTQB Expert Levels and specialist certifications.
IREB Certification
IREB certifications are designed for professionals involved in requirements engineering, business analysis, systems analysis and the management of product and software requirements. These certifications can help professionals develop a structured understanding of requirements elicitation, documentation, validation and management.
A4Q Certification
A4Q offers professional certification programmes covering selected technology, quality and digital-development disciplines.
Available certifications may include areas such as:
– AI and software testing
– Selenium testing
– Design thinking
– Business and technology skills
TMMi Certification
TMMi certifications support professionals and organisations interested in test process improvement and the internationally recognised Test Maturity Model integration framework.
TMMi helps organisations assess and improve the maturity, effectiveness and efficiency of their software testing processes.
Write Your Certification Exam Online
Access Your Exam From Home or the Office
Online remote proctoring makes professional certification accessible to candidates across SASTQB’s service region and internationally.
You can write eligible examinations from a suitable private location while being supervised by a live remote proctor.
This removes the need to travel to South Africa or another physical examination centre for eligible exams.
What Do I Need for a Remote Exam?
Remote-proctored examinations generally require:
Candidates may also need to complete a technical system check before the examination and show their examination environment to the proctor.
Specific requirements will be communicated before your examination.
Certification for Individuals & Organisations
Individual Certification
Whether you’re entering the software testing profession or developing advanced specialist expertise, SASTQB provides certification pathways for different stages of your career.
Choose your certification, review the prerequisites and exam structure, prepare using the relevant resources and register for an available examination.
Not Sure Where to Start?
If you’re beginning your software testing certification journey, the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) is the starting point for the ISTQB Certified Tester Scheme.
Certification for Companies & Teams
SASTQB also supports organisations looking to certify groups of employees.
Private examination arrangements may be available for:
SASTQB can assist with group examination requirements, exam vouchers, candidate administration and certification examination arrangements.
Why Register Through SASTQB?
Professional Certification Made More Accessible
Access established international certification schemes used by technology and quality professionals around the world.
Choose from Foundation, Advanced, Expert and specialist certifications across software testing and related professional disciplines.
Access eligible examinations from your home or office without needing to travel to an international examination centre.
Access eligible examinations from your home or office without needing to travel to an international examination centre.
Find accredited training providers if you would like structured professional training before attempting your examination.
Get assistance with examination registration, prerequisites, exam requirements, results, certificates and certification queries.
Arrange examinations for teams and organisations, including private examination requirements and exam vouchers.
How to Get Certified Through SASTQB
Step 1:
Choose Your Certification
Explore the SASTQB certification portfolio and select the certification that best supports your career or professional development goals.
Step 2:
Review the Certification Requirements
Confirm the following before registering:
– Examination structure
– Number of questions
– Examination duration
– Pass mark
– Prerequisites
– Available language
– Applicable syllabus version
– Examination fee
Step 3:
Select an Exam Date
View our upcoming exam schedule and choose the exam session that best suits your availability. Depending on the certification, you may be able to choose between:
– Remote-Proctored (Online) Exams
– Paper-Based Exams
Step 4:
Complete the Registration Form
Provide your details exactly as they appear on your identification document and select your certification, language and examination date.
Step 5:
Prepare for Your Examination
Download the official syllabus, sample examination questions, sample answers and any available supporting documents. Also have a look at our accredited training providers and contact them for any training needs.
Step 6:
Complete the Technical Checks
Follow the instructions supplied by SASTQB and the remote-proctoring provider. Complete any required system checks before your examination date.
Step 7:
Write Your Exam
Connect on time, complete the identity and environment checks, and follow the proctor’s instructions throughout the examination.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Start Your Certification Journey
Wherever You Are, Your Next Certification Is Within Reach
Whether you’re based in one of the 18 African countries served by SASTQB or elsewhere in the world, online examination options make internationally recognised professional certification more accessible.
Choose your certification, prepare for your examination and take the next step in your professional development.
Contact Details
Head Office: +27 (0) 12 751 6486
Alternative Number: +27 (0) 71 210 7124
General: info@sastqb.org.za
Finance: finance@sastqb.org.za
