Johannesburg, South Africa – 16 May 2025 — Torque IT, a leading South African provider of ICT training and certification, is proud to announce that it has been named the Red Hat MEA Training Partner of the Year 2024. This recognition forms part of the annual Red Hat EMEA Training Partner & Instructor Awards, which honour outstanding achievements across Red Hat’s Training Partner Ecosystem.
This year’s awards hold particular significance as Red Hat celebrates 25 years of Red Hat Certification and 10 years of Red Hat Learning Subscription — milestones that highlight the power of skills development in driving digital transformation and business success.
“As a long-standing Red Hat partner in South Africa, we are honoured to receive this award,” said Colette Atkinson, Managing Executive at Torque IT. “It reflects the dedication of our team, the trust of our clients, and the strength of our collaboration with Red Hat. We remain committed to equipping professionals with the skills they need to maximise the value of Red Hat technologies and lead change in their organisations.”
Red Hat also shared their acknowledgement of the achievement:
“Torque IT has been a long-standing partner for Red Hat in South Africa. Despite the significant challenges the region has faced in recent years, Torque IT has demonstrated resilience and determination in getting back on track. Over the past year specifically, they have achieved an impressive growth. This award is well-deserved recognition of their continued commitment and performance.”
Torque IT continues to play a pivotal role in enabling businesses to harness Red Hat solutions, reduce downtime, resolve issues faster, and drive measurable return on investment.
The company extends its heartfelt thanks to its clients, partners, and the broader Red Hat community for their continued support. Here’s to continued innovation, partnership, and excellence in open source training.
About Torque IT
Torque IT is a leading provider of internationally recognised IT training and certification solutions in South Africa. With a strong focus on vendor-authorised learning, Torque IT partners with global technology leaders to deliver world-class training experiences that support digital transformation, skills development, and career growth.
