ICT Excellence

AWARDS

Annual SAICTA ICT Excellence Awards

Awarding Excellence: Celebrating the Leaders, Disrupters and Changemakers in South Africa’s ICT Industry 

Launched in 2025, the Annual SAICTA ICT Excellence Awards recognise and honour the individuals and organisations leading South Africa’s digital transformation. From startups to established innovators, this prestigious platform highlights those pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in tech. 

SAICTA ICT Excellence Awards Dinner 2025

An elegant evening of celebration, recognition, and connection with South Africa’s top ICT trailblazers. Join us as we shine a spotlight on excellence, innovation, and leadership across the ICT ecosystem. 

14 November 2025 
Johannesburg Country Club

Nominations Close: 30 October 2025

Award Categories

Submissions are judged on Impact, Innovation, and Leadership

Our judging panel includes respected voices from industry, academia, and the public sector. 

ICT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

Recognising a company demonstrating exceptional innovation, growth, and leadership in Africa’s ICT sector.

STARTUP OF THE YEAR

Recognising disruptive tech startups (under 3 years) showing high potential. 

ICT PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

Celebrating individuals advancing the ICT profession through leadership and innovation.

YOUNG ICT TRAILBLAZER

Celebrating young innovators demonstrating exceptional promise.

WOMEN IN TECH EXCELLENCE AWARD

Recognising women driving innovation and empowerment in the ICT sector. 

Nominate leaders.

Celebrate pioneers.

Shape the Story of Tech Excellence.

Know a company or individual making waves in South Africa’s ICT space? 

We want to hear from you. 

Nominations Close: 30 October 2025

ICT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

  • Company Profile
  • Innovation Portfolio
  • CSR Reports or Case Studies
  • Revenue Growth Metrics (Year-on-Year)
  • Leadership Initiatives (conferences, white papers, industry forums)
  • CSR Projects (education, inclusion, sustainability)
  • Client Testimonials or Success Stories (attach)

STARTUP OF THE YEAR

  • Pitch Deck
  • Traction/Progress Reports
  • Media Mentions
  • Unique Value Proposition (max 300 words)
  • Key Growth Indicators (users, revenue, partnerships)
  • Team and Leadership Highlights
  • Social or Economic Impact (describe)

ICT PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

  • Updated CV
  • Project Portfolio/Case studies
  • Recommendation Letters(optional)
  • Major contributions to ICT Industry (max 400 words)
  • Thought Leadership (articles, speeches, initiatives)
  • Community Engagement/Volunteerism

YOUNG ICT TRAILBLAZER

  • CV / Portfolio
  • Evidence of Innovation / Impact
  • Mentor Endorsements (optional)
  • Key Innovations and Solutions (describe)
  • Leadership Roles (projects, teams)
  • Public Recognition / Awards

WOMEN IN TECH EXCELLENCE AWARD

  • Updated CV
  • Testimonials/Endorsements
  • Notable Media features (optional)
  • Leadership and Advocacy Examples
  • Impact on Diversity and Inclusion in ICT
  • Milestones and Awards