The South African Facilities Management Association (SAFMA) is a self-sustaining body recognised locally and internationally for its meaningful role in the South African Facilities Management Community. SAFMA defines Facilities Management as an enabler of sustainable enterprise performance through the whole life management of productive workplaces and effective business support services.
The SA Facilities Management Association is a non-statutory, SAQA-recognised professional body. They have four professional designations:

1. Certified Facilities Practitioner;
2. Certified Facilities Specialist;
3. Certified Facilities Professional;
4. Accredited Facilities Professional