AI CERTs^® Expands Into South Africa, Appoints Masterskill as Strategic Distributor for AI Certification

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, March 18, 2026—AI CERTs^®, the global leader in professional AI and blockchain certifications, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Masterskill, a premier provider of IT and business educational content in South Africa. As a newly appointed Distributor, Masterskill will bring AI CERTs’ comprehensive suite of vendor-aligned, role-based certifications to its extensive network of training centers, tertiary institutions, and corporate organizations across the region.

Established in 1995, Masterskill has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, customized training materials and engaging courseware. This collaboration marks a significant expansion of the AI CERTs^® ecosystem into the African market, merging Masterskill’s deep educational reach with industry-validated certification frameworks to empower a new generation of professionals with the skills required for an AI-driven global economy.

AI CERTs^® certifications take a pioneering role-based approach, offering individuals role-specific training that ensures professional credibility and adaptability. This structured pathway allows South African enterprises and educational institutions to move beyond general theory toward full-scale operational readiness, ensuring that the local workforce is prepared to lead and innovate within the modern technological landscape.

Dianne Lucciani, General Manager of Masterskill, stated, “Ourmission at Masterskill is to facilitate educational empowerment and quality training initiatives. Partnering with AI CERTs allows us to provide our clients with a globally recognized framework to validate their AI expertise. By integrating these role-based certifications into our offerings, we are ensuring that South African students and professionals have access to the highest standard of technical education available today.”

Russell Sarder, Chairman & CEO of AI CERTs^®, commented, “SouthAfrica is a vibrant hub for technological growth, and Masterskill is a trusted leader in providing the educational infrastructure that drives that progress. We are thrilled to partner with them to scale our certifications across their diverse network. Together, we are building a foundation of certified talent that will drive innovation and strategic excellence across the African market.”

Beyond individual upskilling, this partnership focuses on institutional transformation. By leveraging AI CERTs’ role-based certification framework, Masterskill will support organizations and academic institutions in identifying critical talent gaps and building a sustainable AI roadmap. This holistic approach ensures that enterprises are not only adopting new technology but are also fostering a workforce that is deeply prepared to implement AI strategically and ethically across all business functions.

About Masterskill

Masterskill, established in 1995, is a prominent provider of IT and business educational content and services in South Africa, catering to training centers, tertiary education institutions, and corporate organizations. The company is distinguished by its commitment to delivering a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the specific learning needs of its clients, including customized training materials and engaging courseware. Masterskill’s offerings are designed to facilitate educational empowerment and quality training initiatives, supported by strategic partnerships with courseware and certification providers. For more information, please visit https://masterskill.co.za/.

About AI CERTs^®

AI CERTs^® empowers technical and business professionals with a comprehensive suite of role-based AI and blockchain certifications. These certifications are meticulously designed to guarantee the highest quality and credibility. AI CERTs^® is committed to keeping pace with the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Our ever-expanding portfolio, with over 60+ additional certifications in development, provides industry-relevant and up-to-date knowledge. This range caters to a diverse audience, from customer service reps to executives to developers and more, seeking to leverage these transformative technologies for strategic advantage.

Our certifications cater to professionals in key industries, bridging the gap between theory and practice through hands-on, real-world applications, including live projects. Learners benefit from live projects and hands-on training, ensuring practical knowledge and real-world application. For more information, please visit www.aicerts.ai.