About Us
About Us
ASC’s team of experts will ensure that your products are tested and certified against international and local standards in order for you to strengthen trust in your brand, have a competitive edge and gain access to multiple markets globally.

ASC is guided by six key principles:
ASC is guided by six key principles:


Our Vision
To add value in AFRICA’s mission of accelerating:
- Integration and Economic growth
- Public and Industry confidence
- Environmental Sustainability

Our Mission
ASC’s mission is to foster trade efficiency, product safety and quality confidence in AFRICA
- One product testing
- One Certification
- One inspection at a time

Our Values
The foundation of all of our business practices are:
- Accuracy
- Efficiency
- Agility
Management Team
ASC is owned and managed by seasoned technical experts with more than 50 years’ experience in the testing, inspection, certification sector and led market access issues across Africa. Our operations are project and contractual based to ensure quick turnaround times.

Bongani Khanyile: Chief Executive Officer
Bongani Arnold Khanyile, also known as Mr. B, is an experienced trailblazer in Standards, Technical Regulations, Testing, Inspections, and Certification. With a 40-year background in ICT and Conformity Assessment, he led projects like automating Telkom SA’s processes and establishing the NRCS. As GM at NRCS, he implemented a Risk-Based Approach to Technical Regulation in South Africa and fostered cooperation agreements domestically and internationally. Post-retirement in 2023, he co-founded Africa Standards Certifications (ASC).

Isaac Kekana: Business Development Executive
Isaac “Ike” Kekana has a diverse background in explosion prevention technology, rotating machines, legal metrology, electronics, strategy, and business development. He has established relationships with Original Equipment Manufacturers in Asia and Europe, focusing on product sourcing and technical compliance. With experience at NRCS and SABS, he worked on safety testing for technology equipment. Isaac has entrepreneurial ventures in the energy sector and co-founded Africa Standards and Certifications. Personally, he enjoys running, chess, and traveling. Described as results-oriented and hands-on, Isaac values leadership, communication, attention to detail, and compliance in regulated environments.

Tiisetso Ledwaba: Chief Operations Officer
Tiisetso “TT” Ledwaba is an experienced professional with expertise in various manufacturing sectors. He has held roles such as Microbiologist, Quality Controller, Quality/SHEQ Manager, and Compliance Leader. His skills include implementing quality, safety, and environmental systems, achieving ISO/IEC certifications, managing tender technical compliance, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Mr. Ledwaba has helped manufacturing companies in South Africa comply with local content requirements in the mining and automotive sectors. Currently, he leads ASC’s accreditation functions.

Lucas Monyai: Chief Technical Officer
Lucas Monyai is a technical leader with 33 years of experience in Testing, Standards development, and Product Certification. He promoted testing services in Southern Africa, led projects like SABS-ICASA agreement, and transformed NETFA. As SABS General Manager, he initiated CoC Scheme, Energy Efficiency Project, Set-Top Box Testing Lab, and Electrotechnical Sector projects.