South Africa’s tech landscape is surging as we move into 2025, with digitisation expected to generate 1.2 million new jobs by 2030.
The transformation is undeniable — AI and machine learning are revolutionising industries from fintech to healthcare. Recent data shows that 51.9% of developers are now using AI tools, a significant jump from 35.4% in 2023.
Meanwhile, 5G coverage has expanded to 41% of the South African population, driving advancements in smart cities and digital agriculture.
The demand for tech talent is at an all-time high, especially in AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data analytics. Businesses are looking for professionals who can navigate emerging technologies while addressing South Africa’s unique market needs.
This evolution goes beyond coding — it’s about developing solutions that tackle real-world challenges. If you’re looking to break into tech, now is the ideal time to sharpen your skills and be part of the digital transformation. As technology becomes more ubiquitous, it’s not surprising that the most in-demand qualifications are for ICT roles and understanding digital technology.
IT gives you that skill set today so you can walk into a job tomorrow. A technology-focused education provides exciting prospects for our delegates at TorqueIT. They can learn a new technology skill in as little as a month, equipping them quickly for new job opportunities. They can also learn several IT skills, combining those into a unique package. And we’re seeing more delegates who aren’t training specifically for an IT career but want certain skills and insights to better apply technology in their professional roles.
Education has changed considerably over the past four years, encouraging specialisation and life-long learning. With the demand for technology certification growing, IT training organisations must seize today’s pressures on learning to enhance and embrace modern education.
Torque IT, one of South Africa’s most established ICT training providers, introduced several enhancements to support its trainers, staff and delegates. These enhancements build on a management refresh at Torque IT, ushering in a new era of education features and training capabilities.
Torque IT offers both its renowned face-to-face instructor-led training with virtual instructor-led training (VILT). Vendor-powered virtual sandbox environments give delegates easy access to technology platforms and self-learning facilities to accommodate the requirements of different delegates. Good training combines expert teachers, willing students, supportive systems and a strong community, and in our goal to help upskill South Africans, we’re making tech skills as attainable as possible.
Even with online learning and self-paced learning, we have the trainer involved. To maintain the same levels of interaction as physical classes, and enrich our delegates’ learning experiences, we do a lot of work so that the trainer can be in front of the delegate. That’s the key for us. Our trainers have been equipped, advised and educated around various methods to create a more rewarding experience. Fortunately, they are technology-enabling people. They understand the impact that technology has on all our careers.
Numerous complementary activities and technologies support Torque IT’s virtual classroom sessions. These additions include enhanced prepping tools, pre-class involvement of delegates, and exclusive WhatsApp groups for each instructor’s classes. Delegates have unprecedented access to vendor platforms and training materials, allowing them to practice their skills on official vendor ecosystems from the comfort of their homes.
Over 23 years, Torque IT has established relationships with over 40 top IT vendors. We are a top training partner with vendors such as Microsoft, CompTIA, Amazon and Cisco. Building on those relationships, we offer access to virtual environments hosted by the vendors on their platforms. We redeem the access vouchers for our delegates and they can access those vendor tools at home to build their skills towards official certifications.
Many people prefer face-to-face education – often still the best way to learn. Torque IT continues to provide physical learning, hence focusing on empowering instructors while introducing different forms of hybrid learning.
Keeping people in the centre of effective training is not just pragmatic. It reflects Torque IT’s culture, which celebrates people as the essential ingredient for success: What do you have without instructors and support staff? You just have books and websites. Torque IT believes that putting the right people in front of each other is fundamental if you want delegates to learn quickly and find immediate value in their education. Nobody comes to us because they are forced to. Torque IT delegates want to learn, and by that token, our staff want to educate them. We put an enormous focus on supporting our staff.
This support includes the focus on virtually enabling instructors. Staff are also encouraged to speak their minds and collaborate through a more inclusive management culture, involving regular town hall meetings and numerous channels through which Torque IT staff can engage with each other – even when they aren’t in the same room.
Through taking these steps, Torque IT prepares its staff and delegates for the world of today and tomorrow. It provides numerous ways to earn IT certifications in today’s challenging learning environment while building a culture that sets the benchmark to supply the most in-demand skill sets in the market.
Twenty-three years and 40 vendor partners tell just one part of the story. Torque IT is ready for the next 23 years and training another generation of IT professionals in an AI-driven, digital-first world.
Torque IT offers a wide range of IT certifications covering key technology areas such as networking, cybersecurity, cloud computing, IT service management, software development, and project management. These certifications include industry-leading programs from vendors like Microsoft, Cisco, AWS, CompTIA, and PMI, ensuring that IT professionals at all career stages can gain recognised credentials that enhance their expertise and employability.
Certified technology training can provide significant career benefits by equipping professionals with up-to-date technical skills, increasing job opportunities, and boosting earning potential. Employers value certified professionals as they demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and validated expertise, making them more competitive in the job market and better prepared for advanced technical roles.
Certified training is crucial for IT professionals as it ensures they stay relevant in an industry where technology rapidly evolves. With new advancements and security threats emerging regularly, certifications validate an individual’s ability to apply best practices, implement the latest technologies, and meet industry standards, making them indispensable to businesses and organisations.
Torque IT remains at the forefront of industry trends and certifications by maintaining strong partnerships with global technology leaders and continuously updating their training materials to reflect the latest innovations. Their expert instructors bring real-world industry experience, ensuring that learners receive practical and up-to-date knowledge that aligns with current industry needs and best practices.
Torque IT stands out from other training providers by offering expert-led, hands-on training that incorporates real-world scenarios, labs, and simulations to reinforce learning. Their programs are designed to be immersive and interactive, and they provide flexible learning formats, including instructor-led, virtual, and blended training options, allowing professionals to learn in a way that suits their schedule and learning style.
Businesses can integrate Torque IT’s training programs into their workforce development strategies through tailored corporate training solutions. Whether through customised in-house workshops, virtual learning, or structured certification tracks, organisations can upskill their teams to enhance productivity, close skill gaps, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Torque IT’s flexible approach enables businesses to align training with their operational goals while minimising downtime.
We only make use of vendor authorised course material, certified instructors, and lab facilities that exceed the international specifications as mandated by each vendor.
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