Torque IT Wins EC-Council ATC of the Year Award for 2025 in Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa – Torque IT has once again proven its leadership in cybersecurity education by being named EC-Council’s Authorized Training Center (ATC) of the Year for 2025 in Africa. This prestigious accolade is not just a recognition—it is a testament to Torque IT’s unwavering commitment to shaping a safer digital future for Africa through world-class training and innovation, collaboration and excellence, Torque IT continues to shape a secure digital future. 

Torque IT is a leading provider with 30 years of industry knowledge in delivering world-class, vendor authorized globally recognized certification training solutions across Africa, committed to empowering individuals and organizations to defend against evolving cyber threats.

Why Torque IT Stands Out and How We Do it? 

• Commitment to Workforce Education: Dedicated to empowering Africa’s cybersecurity workforce through innovative, globally relevant training programs. 

• Outstanding Student Feedback: Consistently high satisfaction scores and exceptional course evaluations highlight the quality of instruction with certified industry knowledge experts who make the learning environment interactive, interesting and memorable. 

• High Certification Progression: A strong ratio of students advancing to EC-Council certifications demonstrates the effectiveness of Torque IT’s training delivery. 

• Program Relevance and Innovation: Continuous development ensures alignment with the latest industry trends and technologies, delivering the most up-to-date EC-Council certification courses.

A Moment of Pride 

Receiving the EC-Council ATC of the Year Award for 2025 is more than an accolade for Torque IT – it is a profound affirmation of our daily purpose in the ever evolving digital global eco-system. This honor reflects the relentless passion, resilience, and commitment of every individual on our team to empower Africa through world-class and relevant cybersecurity education. It reminds us that excellence is not a destination but a journey fueled by curiosity, collaboration, and an unwavering belief in shaping a safer digital future. Today, we celebrate not just the award, but the impact we create—one learner, one skill, one transformation at a time.” – Torque IT Team Statement 

At Torque IT, we believe that cybersecurity is the backbone of a resilient digital economy. Our mission goes beyond training but through globally relevant training programs – it is about cultivating a workforce equipped to anticipate, prevent, and respond to evolving cyber threats. Through globally recognized certifications, hands-on learning with the use of LABS on real-life challenges, and expert-led programs by industry knowledge experts, we empower professionals to not only secure systems but to empower each individual at every level with cybersecurity awareness to safeguard trust in an interconnected world.  

Every learner we upskill strengthens Africa’s defence against cybercrime, driving progress and protecting what matters most.

Student Voices: The Real Measure of Success 

• “I thoroughly enjoyed the Insight class, it was both engaging and informative. The instructor presented complex concepts in a clear and relatable manner, which made it easy to stay focused and truly absorb the material. What stood out the most was the interactive nature of the session; it encouraged participation and made the learning experience more dynamic. The real-world examples and practical applications helped bridge the gap between theory and practice, and I left the class feeling more confident in my understanding of the subject. Overall, it was a valuable and enriching experience. Looking forward to more sessions like this!” – Anonymous (CCT Course) 

• “The instructor was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging… His ability to connect theory to practical examples made the learning experience enjoyable and impactful.” – Anette Joubert, SITA (CCT Course) 

• “The instructor was well prepared, engaging, and always willing to help and. I appreciate his dedication and clear explanations and always giving examples we can relate to especially the ones happening in SA” – Judith Raseokgo, SITA (CCT Course) 

• “Hastings is very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the course material, and even points out the things that are specifically important for real world applications, not just for the purposes of the exam.” – Anonymous (CEH Course) 

• “Enjoyed interaction with our instructor. I found him to be very knowledgeable and pleasant!” – Anthea Kruger, MTN (CCISO Course)
  

The Significance of This Award

This award amplifies Torque IT’s brand presence and positions us as a trusted leader in cybersecurity education, This is more than an award – we see this as an open pathway diversify new growth opportunities for partnerships, collaborations, and attracting new candidates globally to continue our quest to help bridge the cybersecurity gaps globally.” – Kirosha Naidoo, Business Unit Manager, Torque IT 

This is one of the most Prestigious Cybersecurity Awards to achieve within EC-Council – this incredible award honors Torque IT as an authorized training center and further highlights our ongoing demonstration of consistent excellence and significant contribution to community impact to cybersecurity education across the entire African Continent. Torque IT is recognised for their contribution to the Cybersecurity landscape among over 3000 partners across 150 countries are evaluated annually for this distinguished recognition. 

This recognition validates the organizations capability to deliver top-tier training programs and strengthens organizational credibility for the brand and for their clients. The award underscores their mission to empower individuals and organizations to defend against cyber threats.

Within the past 11 years of partnership between EC-Council and Torque IT, this award marks the sixth time Torque IT has been named ATC of the Year in Africa, having first won in 2014 during its inaugural year of partnership, followed by consecutive wins in 2016 and 2017, and again in 2019, 2023, and now 2025.

Looking Ahead 

“We’re proud of our partnership with EC-Council and our role in building cybersecurity capability across sectors. These partnerships create client value and strengthen the future talent pool.” – Colette Atkinson, Managing Executive, Torque IT 

“Winning is one thing; staying at the top is another.”  

“Kirosha, my 2023 quote stands true—you’ve shown consistency, and with your steady leadership at Torque IT, I’m confident you’ll keep raising the bar.” – Akash Agarwal, EC-Council Vice President (Sales-International) 

“I am delighted be part of such a resilient winning team and proud to spearhead this long-standing and valued partnership with EC-Council. Working closely with EC-Council has been a rewarding and purposeful journey, I am enthusiastic for brighter days ahead.” – Kirosha Naidoo, Business Unit Manager, Torque IT

Gratitude and Acknowledgements 

This achievement reflects the collective effort of our resilient sales, admin, instructors, and operations teams. We deeply value EC-Council’s unwavering support and partnership. Torque IT remains committed to driving innovation and leadership in cybersecurity education—leveraging every tool and service to explore new horizons and disrupt the market with a future-focused vision.